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Windows 10 7 Ways to Access File Explorer in Windows 10

7 Ways to Access File Explorer in Windows 10

By Achilles Hill | Last Updated

File Explorer is the primary tool for navigating files and folders in Windows 10. Whether you're a casual user or a tech pro, knowing multiple ways to open File Explorer can boost your productivity. Here are 7 quick and easy methods you can use.

Way 1: Access File Explorer via its icon on taskbar.

Click the File Explorer button on the taskbar, referring to the picture below.

file explorer icon on taskbar

Way 2: Open File Explorer via Keyboard Shortcut.

It is quick and efficient to open file explorer with Windows key + E shortcut.

Way 3: Turn File Explorer on via Quick Access Menu.

Press Windows+X to show the menu, and select File Explorer in it.

access file explorer in quick access menu

Way 4: Access File Explorer by searching.

Type file in the search box on taskbar and tap File Explorer in the result.

access file explorer by search

Way 5: Open File Explorer via Run.

Press Windows+R to show the Run dialog, input explorer.exe and hit OK.

access file explorer via Run

Way 6: Access File Explorer via CMD.

Step 1: Start Command Prompt.

Step 2: Type explorer and press Enter.

access file explorer by cmd

Way 7: Open File Explorer by Windows PowerShell.

Step 1: Enable Windows PowerShell in Start Menu.

Step 2: Input explorer.exe and click Enter.

access file explorer by Windows Powershell

How to Directly Open File Explorer to Quick Access or This PC

Step 1: Open File Explorer Options.

Step 2: In General settings, click the down arrow on the bar beside Open File Explorer to, choose This PC or Quick access and tap OK.

choose This PC to quick access

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