How to Make File Explorer Open to This PC
Are you tired of navigating through different folders and drives every time you open File Explorer? Do you wish to have a quick access to “This PC” every time you launch the file manager? If so, you’re in luck! In this article, we will guide you through the simple steps to make File Explorer open directly to “This PC” every time you launch it.
Step 1: Open File Explorer
The first step is to open File Explorer. You can do this by clicking on the File Explorer icon on your taskbar, or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
Step 2: Go to the “This PC” Folder
Once File Explorer is open, navigate to the “This PC” folder. You can do this by clicking on the “This PC” icon on the left-hand side of the window.
Step 3: Right-click on “This PC” and select “Pin to Quick Access”
With the “This PC” folder selected, right-click on it and select “Pin to Quick Access” from the context menu. This will add “This PC” to the Quick Access section at the top of File Explorer.
Step 4: Customize Quick Access
Now that “This PC” is pinned to Quick Access, you can customize the Quick Access section to your liking. To do this, right-click on any item in Quick Access and select “Customize Quick Access”. From here, you can add, remove, or rearrange the items that appear in Quick Access.
Step 5: Pin File Explorer to Taskbar
To make File Explorer even more accessible, you can pin it to your taskbar. Right-click on the File Explorer icon on your taskbar, select “Pin to Taskbar”, and it will now be readily available for quick access.
Step 6: Launch File Explorer from “This PC”
Now that you have “This PC” pinned to Quick Access and File Explorer pinned to your taskbar, you can launch File Explorer directly from “This PC”. Simply click on the “This PC” icon in Quick Access, and File Explorer will open with “This PC” selected.
By following these simple steps, you can make File Explorer open directly to “This PC” every time you launch it. This will save you time and effort when navigating through your files and folders. Happy file managing!
