How to Reinstall File Explorer in Windows 11
Are you experiencing issues with your File Explorer in Windows 11? Maybe it’s not responding, or it’s crashing frequently. Reinstalling the File Explorer can help resolve these problems. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to reinstall File Explorer in Windows 11.
Step 1: Open the Command Prompt as Administrator
To begin the process, you need to open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges. Here’s how to do it:
1. Press the Windows key and type “cmd” in the search bar.
2. Right-click on “Command Prompt” from the search results and select “Run as administrator.”
Step 2: Run the SFC and DISM Commands
Before reinstalling the File Explorer, it’s essential to run the System File Checker (SFC) and Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) commands to ensure that any corrupted system files are fixed.
1. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:
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sfc /scannow
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2. Wait for the process to complete. If any corrupted files are found, SFC will attempt to repair them.
3. Once the SFC scan is complete, run the following DISM command:
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DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
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4. After the DISM command completes, run the following command to clean the image:
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DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
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5. Finally, run the following command to repair the image:
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DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
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Step 3: Reinstall the File Explorer
Now that the system files have been checked and repaired, it’s time to reinstall the File Explorer.
1. In the Command Prompt, type the following command and press Enter:
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powershell -NoProfile -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -Command “iex ((New-Object Net.WebClient).DownloadString(‘https://raw.githubusercontent.com/WindowsCommunityActiveHours/WindowsCommunityActiveHours/master/PowerShell/Reinstall-FileExplorer.ps1’))”
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2. Wait for the script to run. The process may take a few minutes.
3. Once the script is complete, restart your computer.
Step 4: Verify the File Explorer Reinstallation
After restarting your computer, verify that the File Explorer has been successfully reinstalled. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key and type “File Explorer” in the search bar.
2. If the File Explorer opens without any issues, the reinstallation was successful.
By following these steps, you should now have a fully functional File Explorer in Windows 11. If you continue to experience problems, consider seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support or a professional technician.
