Grouping can be annoying in the file manager, but disabling Windows 11 grouping in the file explorer is easy!1.) ... Deactivating the grouping in Windows 11 Explorer!
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(Image-1) Deactivate the Windows 11 grouping in the file explorer! |
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2.) What should I watch out for when deactivating file grouping!
It can happen that file grouping is reactivated, or if, for example, you reset the folder options for folders in File Explorer, there is no permanent way to ensure that file grouping is not reactivated.However, if it happens again, deactivate it in the appropriate folder as described here and open the folder options [...] via the menu ► "Options" and go to the "View" tab and click the "Apply to Folders" button!
Depending on your preference, deactivate or activate the grouping in the File Explorer in order to apply the correct setting!
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(Image-2) Deactivate Windows 11 grouping in the file explorer! |
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3.) ... More tips on the subject and similar on Windows 11!
►► How can I deactivate the grouping of the folder size (Folder-Size) view?
►► Can I filter certain file types when printing out the folder contents?
►► External media that are not connected - note the path
►► Turn off Q-Dir grouping in the Explorer list view!
FAQ 79: Updated on: 23 July 2022 10:39