Files, an alternative to File Explorer, just received a preview update. The update improves the Details Pane and adds new features. More changes were teased by the Files developer for the next update.

Windows Explorer offers limited convenience for file operations, while freeware ‘Commander’ tools perform better. By Roland Freist Contributor, PCWorld Aug 7, 2025 6:00 am PDT ...

Microsoft has redesigned File Explorer massively in Windows 11 with new icons, a simplified ribbon, and a context menu. That said, there are seemingly no new functionalities to speak of.

File Explorer will soon be another Windows 11 feature getting the Copilot treatment. It's still in unofficial testing mode, but the change, first spotted by leaker PhantomOfEarth on X, and ...