File Explorer is a windows 10 default file manager and like any other software, it can crash. So if you are using windows 10 and have trouble with file explorer this guide will help you fix it.
There are many reasons why the file explorer in windows 10 might not be working. Below are some of the possible solutions to your problem.
The first thing you need to do is check the Windows 10 version you're using and if it's the latest version.
To do that click on the search icon and type in "winver". If you're using the latest version of Windows 10, it will be displayed at the top of the search results. If you're using an old version of Windows 10, you'll need to update to the latest version.
If you're using the latest version of Windows 10 and yet still the file explorer is still not working, there are still some other things you can try.
1. Run the sfc /scannow command
This is a useful command that will scan all protected system files and replace corrupt or missing files with the original, working versions.
Press the Windows key on your keyboard and search for command prompt. Right-click on Command Prompt and choose Run as administrator. When the administrator permission window pops up, click Yes. It will open a new command prompt. Type sfc /scannow command and then press Enter. Wait for the process to finish and then restart your PC.
2. Run DISM to check the integrity of the system
The DISM command is a useful tool that will scan and repair the system image.
Press the Windows key on your keyboard and search for command prompt. Right-click on Command Prompt and choose Run as administrator. When the administrator permission window pops up, click Yes. Type the DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth command and then press Enter. Wait for the process to finish and then restart your PC.
If the above solution was unable to fix the file explorer problem in Windows 10. Then try out our Last step;
3. Performing A System Restore
Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard. Type in "rstrui.exe" and then press Enter. Click on Restore my computer to an earlier time and then click Next. Select the restore point you want to use and then click Next. Click on Next and then follow the prompts to restore your system to an earlier time.
Hope this helps you.