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Windows 10 4 Ways to Minimize Ribbon in File Explorer on Windows 10

4 Ways to Minimize Ribbon in File Explorer on Windows 10

By Michael | Last Updated

To minimize the Ribbon (referring to the following pic.) in Windows 10 File Explorer, you can use the four methods illustrated below.

ribbon

Video guide on how to minimize Ribbon in File Explorer on Windows 10:

4 ways to minimize Ribbon in File Explorer on Windows 10:

Way 1: Minimize it by clicking blank area.

Click any blank space in File Explorer to have the Ribbon minimized.

Way 2: Minimize it with keyboard shortcuts.

Press Ctrl+F1 to realize the goal.

Way 3: Use the Minimize the Ribbon button.

On the top-right corner in File Explorer, tap the Minimize the Ribbon icon (i.e. the small up arrow).

click minimize the ribbon icon

Way 4: Minimize it via the Customize Quick Access Toolbar icon.

On the top left, click the Customize Quick Access Toolbar icon, and then select Minimize the Ribbon in the list.

choose minimize the ribbon

Can you find more methods to minimize the Ribbon? If you can, don't forget to share your idea.

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