This strange Windows 11 bug drastically speeds up File Explorer

Windows 11 es el último sistema operativo de Microsoft y viene con muchas características y mejoras nuevas. Sin embargo, también tiene algunos errores y fallas que pueden afectar la experiencia del usuario. Uno de estos errores está relacionado con el Explorador de archivos, el administrador de archivos predeterminado en Windows 11.

File Explorer is a crucial tool for managing files and folders on your computer. It allows you to browse, copy, move, delete, rename and search for files and folders. It also allows you to access network locations, cloud storage services and external devices. File Explorer is designed to be fast and responsive, but can sometimes become slow or become unresponsive due to various factors.

However, some Windows 11 users have reported a strange error that drastically speeds up File Explorer. This error occurs when you open a folder that contains a large number of files or subfolders. Instead of loading the contents of the folder gradually, File Explorer loads them all at once, causing the folder to appear instantly. This may seem like a good thing, but it can also cause problems.

For example, if you open a folder that contains thousands of files or subfolders, File Explorer can consume a lot of system resources, such as CPU, RAM and disk usage. This can affect the performance of other applications or processes running on your computer. Also, if you try to scroll through the contents of the folder, you may experience delays or stuttering. This can make it difficult to find the file or folder you are looking for.

Another problem is that this error may not be consistent across different folders. Some folders may load normally, while others may load instantly. This can create confusion and frustration for the user. Also, this error may not affect all Windows 11 users. Some users may not encounter this error at all, while others may experience it frequently.

The cause of this bug is still unclear. Some users have speculated that it may be related to the new animations and transitions in Windows 11, which are supposed to make the user interface smoother and more fluid. However, these animations and transitions may also interfere with the File Explorer loading process. Another possible cause is the indexing service in Windows 11, which is responsible for creating and updating an index of files and folders on your computer. This index helps you find files and folders faster by using the search function in File Explorer. However, the indexing service can also make File Explorer load folders faster than usual.

Fortunately, there are some possible solutions to correct this error or at least reduce its impact. Here are some of them:

– Disable animations and transitions in Windows 11. You can do this by going to Settings > Accessibility > Visual Effects and disabling the «Show animations in Windows» option. This will disable animations and transitions in Windows 11, including those in File Explorer.

– Disable the indexing service in Windows 11. You can do this by going to Settings > Search > Windows Search and clicking on «Advanced Search Indexer Settings». This will open a new window where you can click «Modify» and uncheck the boxes for the locations you do not want to index. You can also click «Pause» to temporarily stop the indexing service.

– Use an alternative file manager. If you are not satisfied with File Explorer in Windows 11, you can try using a third-party file manager that may offer more features and better performance. There are many free and paid file managers available for Windows 11, such as Total Commander, FreeCommander, XYplorer, Directory Opus, etc.

We expect Microsoft to fix this bug in future Windows 11 updates. Until then, you can try these workarounds or wait for a patch from Microsoft.

If you are using Windows 11, you may have noticed that File Explorer can sometimes take a while to load folders, display thumbnails, or perform searches. This can be frustrating, especially if you need to access your files quickly. Fortunately, there is a simple trick that can significantly speed up File Explorer. Here’s how it works:

– Open File Explorer and navigate to any folder.

– Press F11 on your keyboard to enter full screen mode. You will see that the folder takes up the entire screen, hiding the taskbar and title bar.

– Press F11 again to exit full screen mode. You will see the folder return to its normal size, but with a noticeable difference: the folder contents and thumbnails will load much faster and the search function will be more responsive.

This trick seems to work for any folder and any version of Windows 11, from the Canary builds for Windows Insiders to the final versions. Many Reddit users have confirmed that this trick works for them and improves their File Explorer experience.

Why does this trick work? We don’t know for sure, but it may have something to do with the way Windows 11 handles graphics and memory. By switching to full-screen mode and vice versa, you may be forcing Windows 11 to update the graphics cache and allocate more memory to File Explorer, which makes it run faster. However, this is just speculation and we expect Microsoft to fix this issue in a future update.

In the meantime, you can use this trick whenever you feel that File Explorer is slow or sluggish. It only takes a few seconds and can make a big difference in your productivity and efficiency. Try it and tell us if it works for you!