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Microsoft tests File Explorer preloading for faster performance

ID: c3dbae79-420f-55b9-af7f-5649963500e3

STIX ID: report--c3dbae79-420f-55b9-af7f-5649963500e3

Feed Name: Bleeping Computer

Date Published: 2025-11-24

Date Updated: 2026-07-17

Author: Sergiu Gatlan

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Microsoft is testing an optional File Explorer preloading feature in Windows 11 Insider Dev and Beta builds (preview build 26220.7271) to improve launch performance, along with reorganized context menus that group related commands (e.g., a new "Manage file" flyout and cloud provider flyouts). The update is optional, user-toggleable via Folder Options, is being rolled out to Insiders, and Microsoft asks for Feedback Hub reports for any issues.

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