Microsoft announces the restoration of classic Windows 11 file manager functions and will explore other simplification solutions in the future

According to news on June 23, Microsoft recently released the Windows 11 Build 23481 preview update, which removed many classic functions in the file manager, causing strong dissatisfaction among users.

In the Win11 Build 23486 preview update released today, Microsoft stated that it is actively listening to user feedback, withdrawing its previous decision, and restoring these classic features.

Microsoft said in a statement: "We are restoring relevant functions in File Manager and will explore other methods in the future to simplify the File Manager interface without sacrificing functionality." .

One of the explorations is to make some functions optional, or hide them under the "Advanced Options" menu, allowing users to customize the file manager experience according to their own needs.

IT House previously reported that the file manager functions restored by Microsoft are listed as follows:

• Hide folder merge conflicts
• Always display icons, never display abbreviations Thumbnails
• Show file icons on thumbnails
• Show file type information on folder prompts
• Hide protected operating system files
• Show drives
• Display pop-up instructions for folders and desktop items
• Display encrypted or compressed NTFS files in color
• Use the Sharing Wizard

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