Tired of seeing your recent files pop up every time you open File Explorer? Or maybe you want to quickly access your frequently used folders? Here's a quick guide to help you customize these settings in Windows 11.
To start, navigate to the search bar and type in "File Explorer Options," then open it. In the "General" tab, locate the "Privacy" section. Here, you can check or uncheck the options according to your preference: "Show recently used files," "Show frequently used folders," and "Show files from office.com." There's also an option to clear your File Explorer history by clicking on "Clear."
Next, right-click on the start menu and select "Settings," or press the Windows key + I to open the settings. From there, go to "Personalization" and click on "Start." Now, you can toggle the switch for "Show recently added apps," "Show most used apps," and "Show recently opened items" on or off based on your preference. There's also an option to toggle the switch for "Show recommendations for tips" on or off.
With these simple steps, you can easily customize how recent files and frequently used folders are displayed in Windows 11 to suit your preferences.