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Why doesn't Windows 11 have the libraries?


You can show and hide the libraries and add additional libraries in the MS file explorer under Windows 11!


 

1.) ... Display libraries in the Explorer navigation area with Windows 11!
2.) ... Create your own new libraries under Windows 11 (remove existing ones)!
3.) ... restore standard libraries under Windows 11!
4.) ... for problems with the libraries under Windows 11!!
5.) ... Should one use Windows 11 libraries is it up to date?




See also: ► Continue to use the IE favorites on Windows 11!

1.) Display libraries in the Explorer navigation area with Windows 11!


Open the Windows Control Panel and the Explorer Options
or: 
1. Windows + R and command: control folders

2. Now simply display the libraries under View (... see Image-1 Point 1 to 5) 


(Image-1) Activate Windows 11 libraries in the navigation area!
Activate Windows 11 libraries in the navigation area!

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2.) Create your own new libraries under Windows 11 (remove existing ones)!

1. Keyboard shortcut Windows + E to start Windows File Explorer

2. Right-click on Free Area Libraries to open the new context menu

3. Just  click on  "New" , then on  "Library"  and a new Windows 11 library will appear .

4. Mark the library with the mouse, press the F2 key and simply assign a suitable name. 
(... see Image-2 Point 1 to 5)

If necessary ► Change the library symbol and add more folders!

PS:
Existing deletions can also be simply highlighted in the libraries and pressing the delete button

(Image-2) Create your own Windows 11 libraries!
 Create your own Windows 11 libraries!

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3.) restore standard libraries under Windows 11!


1. Right-click on Libraries to open the new context menu

2. Select "Show more options" 

2. Click on  "Restore standard  libraries "

And the Windows 11 standard libraries appear again.

( ... see Image-1 Point 1 to 3 ) 


(Image-3) Restore default Windows 11 standard libraries!
Restore default Windows 11 standard libraries!

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4.) for problems with the libraries under Windows 11!!


It is very rare that problems with the libraries appear under Windows 11, but if they do, you can repeat point 3 here in the FAQ and reset them and then recreate the libraries.

However, some users report that they had to create a completely new user account to continue working with the libraries on Windows 11 without any problems. However, these individual cases are probably only an exception, so that there are problems with the libraries under Windows 11.

However, the procedure is the same as in the case of a lost or defective user / user

►►  Defect Account under Windows 11, 10, ...!



5.) Should one use Windows 11 libraries is it up to date?

 

Even though the Windows 11 Libraries are an ancient holdover from older versions of Windows, they are still very useful, especially because you can easily add multiple folders to a library and get a nice overview of all documents, images, videos, etc. have PC.
 
But of course you are not obliged to use these libraries on Windows 11. If you don't need the libraries, you can omit them or remove them all. Many users still prefer simple folders to manage documents and images.
  
In general, libraries offer the following advantages:

Organization: Libraries allow you to collect and manage files from different folders in one place. This can make organizing files and folders easier.

Access: Libraries can be accessed from anywhere using Windows 11. This makes it easier to access files regardless of their location.

Search: Libraries are indexed by Windows Search, making it quick and easy to find files.

However, there are also some disadvantages of Windows 11 libraries :

Performance: Libraries can affect the performance of File Explorer, especially if they contain many files.

Compatibility: Some applications may not support libraries.

Organization: If you have a lot of files and folders on your computer and want to organize them by categories or projects, libraries can be helpful. They allow you to combine files from different folders without physically moving them.

Alternatives: There are also alternative file management tools and organization methods. For example, some users use cloud storage services or specialized file management tools to organize their files.


Overall, Windows 11 Libraries is a useful feature that can make organizing and accessing files easier. Whether they are timely depends on how important these features are to the individual user.


Ultimately, the decision whether to use Windows 11 libraries is an individual decision. Using libraries in Windows 11 can make sense depending on the user's needs and preferences. Libraries in Windows are a way to organize and centrally manage files and folders on your computer. You can group different folders into a library to make files easier to access.



FAQ 112: Updated on: 22 October 2023 06:11 Windows
Windows-11

Where can I find the Windows 11 version and build number?


In the event of updates or errors, it is important to know the Windows 11 version and build number, you can also display them on the desktop   1. Windows
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Does Windows 11 also have keyboard shortcuts that I can use?


The Windows 11 Win key in combination with other keys is very helpful in helping you get things done, most of them work on Windows 10 too 1. The Windows
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Search in Windows 11 the option to start the task manager via the taskbar!


When looking for an option to start the Windows 11 Task Manager via the taskbar, you dont have to panic Everyone probably knows how easy it is to start
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Why can't I align / docking the Windows 11 taskbar: left, right?


You can align / docking the Windows 11 taskbar to the left, right and top via a registry intervention  1. What should you watch out for when aligning
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Automatically expand directory structure in Windows 11 Explorer?


If you want the directory structure to automatically expand to the open folder, you only have to activate it in Windows 11 Explorer 1. The auto expand
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With Windows 11, potentially unwanted apps are blocked!


Potentially unwanted apps are also blocked under Windows 11, as under Windows 10, if they have not been deactivated If you want to be sure that this option
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Can I encrypt certain folders / files in Windows 11?


Many users wonder if you can encrypt certain folders or files on Windows 11, the answer is like on other MS Windows OS, YES If you want to encrypt a Windows

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