How to enable classic File Explorer on Windows 11

How to enable classic File Explorer on Windows 11

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Yes, you can bring the classic ribbon back to File Explorer. Here's how to do it in Windows 11.

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Windows 11: Enable Classic File Explorer (2024)

On Windows 11, you can still enable the classic version of File Explorer using the old ribbon. In this guide, I'll show you two ways to complete this configuration.

Although the new version of File Explorer matches Windows 11's new design style, which abandons the classic ribbon in favor of a simpler menu with fewer commands, it's not for everyone. If you prefer the classic ribbon, it's still possible to get it back, as the legacy app is still buried in the operating system.

In this guide, I will show you how to restore the classic ribbon for File Explorer in Windows 11.