How to Change Column Settings in Windows Explorer Permanently
Windows Explorer is a fundamental tool for navigating and managing files and folders on your computer. However, by default, the column settings in Windows Explorer may not always display the information you need. If you want to change these settings permanently, follow these steps to ensure that your preferred column layout is applied every time you open Windows Explorer.
Step 1: Open Windows Explorer
First, open Windows Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Customize Column Settings
Once Windows Explorer is open, right-click on any column header to reveal a dropdown menu. From this menu, select “Choose Details to Display.” This will open the “Choose Details” dialog box.
Step 3: Check the Columns You Want to Display
In the “Choose Details” dialog box, you will see a list of available columns. Check the boxes next to the columns you want to display in your Windows Explorer view. To hide a column, simply uncheck the box next to it.
Step 4: Apply and Save Changes
After you have selected the desired columns, click the “OK” button to apply the changes. To make these settings permanent, you need to save them. To do this, click on the “File” menu in the upper-left corner of the dialog box, then select “Save settings for this folder only” or “Save settings for all folders.”
Step 5: Confirm the Settings
A confirmation dialog box will appear, asking you to confirm that you want to save the settings. Click “Yes” to save the changes.
Step 6: Restart Windows Explorer
To ensure that the new column settings take effect, you may need to restart Windows Explorer. You can do this by closing and reopening Windows Explorer or by closing and restarting your computer.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can change the column settings in Windows Explorer permanently. This will make it easier for you to navigate and manage your files and folders according to your preferences. Remember that these settings will only apply to the current folder and its subfolders. If you want to change the settings for all folders, you will need to repeat the process for each folder or use a third-party tool to apply the settings across all folders.
