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Windows 10 File Explorer:
further tips & tweaks
DISCOVER NEW WAYS TO VIEW, EDIT AND ARRANGE FILES AND FOLDERS ON YOUR PC WITH THESE TIPS AND TRICKS.
[ MATT HANSON ]
WHATEVER YOU DO in Windows 10, chances
are you’re going to use the File Explorer at some
point. It’s the graphical user interface (GUI)
that enables you to find, edit, copy, delete and
organise your files. In Windows 10, it carries a
myriad of useful features that enable you to do
more with ease: from taking a sneak peek at the
contents of files without actually opening them,
to changing the default file and folder views.
The quickest way to access File Explorer is to
click the dedicated shortcut in the taskbar. You
can also open it pressing Windows-E; byclicking its option in the Start menu (just above
Settings); or by using Windows 10’s virtual
personal assistant, Cortana. In this tutorial,
we’re going to explain the tips, tricks and
customisation secrets that can help you master
File Explorer. So let’s crack on, shall we?01
REVEAL THE RIBBON
You may not be able to see the Ribbon when you first open a File Explorer
window. If that’s the case, either click on the down arrow on the right side
of the window, or press Ctrl-F1. You should now see four tabs: File, Home, Share and
View. Select View to reveal the different ways you can change how a File Explorer
windows contents are displayed.
02
CHANGE THE VIEW
Under ‘View > Layout’, you’ll see a range of options, including Large
Icons, Small Icons and so on. Mouse over each one to see how it changes
the way contents are displayed. To make each change more permanent, click the
option you want to use. Now if you close the window, then reopen it again, you will
see the change you have made has stuck. You can change the view at any time.[STEP BY STEP]
GET TO GRIPS WITH FILE EXPLORER
03
TAKE A SNEAK PEEK
Head to ‘View > Panes’ and click Preview Pane. You’ll now see a preview
of the currently selected file or files (useful for pictures and video)
without having to open it in a compatible application. You can resize the Preview
Pane for a closer look by clicking and dragging the grey border to the left (the cursor
will change to a double-arrow). Double click to open the file in the relevant app.
04
SEE MORE DETAILS
If you want to know more about a file, go to ‘View > Panes’ and select
the Details Pane. This reveals further info, including EXIF data in any
photos. As you mouse over some of the details, you’ll see a grey outline appear
around them. This means you can edit them. Double-click to change the current
selection. You can add titles, tags, star ratings and other info right in File Explorer.