2 Ways to Set File Explorer to Open to This PC Instead of Quick Access in Windows 11

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If you click on the File Explorer shortcut on the desktop in Windows 11, it opens to Quick Access by default. However, if you want the File Explorer on your computer or laptop to open to ‘This PC’ instead of Quick Access by default, it is possible.

2 Ways to Set File Explorer to Open to This PC Instead of Quick Access in Windows 11

Microsoft gives its Windows 11 users two ways to open File Explorer to “This PC” instead of “Quick Access”. By following either of these two methods on your Windows PC, you can set the destinations to open File Explorer.

1. Using File Explorer Settings

Step 1. Press Windows + E Simultaneously to Quickly Open File Explorer.

Step 2. Click on Three Dots (•••) Next to Filter and Select Options.

Step 3. Click on Dropdown Arrow Next to Open File Explorer To: and Select This PC.

Step 4. Now, Click on Apply, Then OK.

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2. Using Windows Registry Editor

Step 1. Press Windows + R to Open Run Dialog Box.

Step 2. Now Type regedit in the Text Box and Click on OK.

Step 3. Now Navigate to Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced Path.

Step 4. Right Click on “LaunchTo” and Select the “Modify” option.

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Step 5. Set the Value Data to 1 and Click on OK Button.

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Step 6. Now Restart Your Computer.

That’s all…

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