File Explorer Tabs is a new feature introduced in Windows 11 that allows users to open multiple tabs in a single window. This feature makes it easier to work with multiple files and folders, as users no longer have to open multiple windows to access different files. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about File Explorer Tabs on Windows 11.

Enabling File Explorer Tabs on Windows 11

By default, File Explorer Tabs is not enabled on Windows 11. Users need to turn it on manually from the options menu. Here are the steps to enable File Explorer Tabs on Windows 11.

1. Open File Explorer by pressing Windows key + E or by clicking the File Explorer icon on the taskbar.
2. Click on the “View” tab at the top of the window.
3. Click on the “Options” button. This will open the Folder Options dialog box.
4. Click on the “View” tab in the Folder Options dialog box.
5. Check the box next to “Enable tabbed browsing in File Explorer” under the “Advanced settings” section.
6. Click the “Apply” button and then click “OK”.

Creating a New Tab in File Explorer

Once File Explorer Tabs is enabled, users can create new tabs to open multiple folders or files in a single window. Here are the steps to create a new tab in File Explorer.

1. Press the Ctrl + T keys on the keyboard.

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2. Click on the “File” menu and select “New Tab”.

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3. Click on the “+” icon next to the existing tab.

Closing a Tab in File Explorer

Users can easily close a tab in File Explorer by using the mouse or keyboard shortcuts. Here are the steps to close a tab in File Explorer.

1. Click on the “x” button on the tab you want to close.

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2. Press the Ctrl + W keys on the keyboard.

Switching Between Tabs in File Explorer

Users can switch between different tabs in File Explorer using the mouse or keyboard shortcuts. Here are the steps to switch between tabs in File Explorer.

1. Click on the tab you want to switch to.

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2. Press the Ctrl + Tab keys on the keyboard to move to the next tab.

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3. Press the Ctrl + Shift + Tab keys on the keyboard to move to the previous tab.