How to Change the Default File Explorer in Windows 11 The following instruction involves editing the registry, which comes with risks, as a single incorrect edit can make your computer unstable.

By default, Windows 11 shows the Home page when you open File Explorer, unlike Windows 10, which displays the "This PC" page. However, you can configure File Explorer in Windows 11 to open the ...

All you have to do is to change this option from Home to This PC. Now, when you open File Explorer it will open directly to My PC. [Click on image for larger view.] Figure 1.

WinSetView will tweak Explorer, change default Folder View, set column headings enabled across all folders in Windows 11/10 Explorer.

On Windows 11, you can set any app as the default for a specific file type or link, and in this guide, you will learn how including the steps to reset the settings to the original configuration.

Windows 11 might want to push you to use Edge, but you probably have another favorite. Whatever it is, here's how to make it the default browser.

If you don't like the default startup location of File Explorer, here's how to change it on Windows 11 version 22H2.