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Windows 10 File Explorer Keeps Opening: How to Stop It
Missing System files can prompt this problem
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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File Explorer is the default file manager software for Windows. However, our readers reported that Windows 10 File Explorer keeps opening itself. Hence, it causes interruption while using the PC.
Also, we have a detailed guide forfixing File Explorer preview pane not workingon Windows PCs.
Why does the Windows 10 File Explorer keep opening?
There isn’t a specific reason why File Explorer keeps opening on Windows 10. However, some probable causes are:
Fortunately, there are some troubleshooting steps you can follow to fix the problem and get File Explorer working correctly.
What can I do if Windows 10 File Explorer keeps opening?
Before trying any advanced troubleshooting steps, go through the following:
Should the problem persist, go ahead and proceed with the solutions below.
1. Perform a Clean boot on your PC
Performing a Clean boot stops services interfering with File Explorer from running when you boot the system. Itdisables startup appsfrom running on your computer when not prompted.
2. End tasks for File Explorer processes on your PC
Ending tasks and restarting the File Explorer processes on your computer will stop background activities prompting it to open randomly. Also, it fixes ongoing actions liable to impede its performance.
3. Disable the Use AutoPlay for all media and devices option
Disabling the AutoPlay feature stops apps from opening automatically to perform tasks on the PC.
4. Run a System File Checker (SFC) scan
Running an SFC scan on your PC will find and repair missing or corrupt system file issues that may cause File Explorer to malfunction.
Read our guide onfixing the run as administrator option if it’s not workingon your PC.
5. Run Windows Defender scan
Running a Windows Defender scan will find and remove any malware and viruses affecting the File Explorer on your computer.
Readhow to fix the Windows Virus and threat protection not workingon Windows 11.
In conclusion, you may be interested in our guide onhow to fix File Explorer freezing or not responding & more issueson Windows computers. Also, checkhow to extract files from multiple foldersin File Explorer.
If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly use the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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