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Discussions on WindowsForum.com about large folders focus on performance issues in File Explorer, particularly when folders contain thousands of files such as music or media. Common problems include crashes, freezing, and files jumping back to the first column during sorting. Users have tried disabling Quick Access, clearing thumbnail caches, and running system file checks, but these solutions often provide only partial relief. The community explores potential causes like preview handlers, shell extensions, and Windows Search indexing. Troubleshooting large folders on Windows 10 and 11 involves balancing system resources and Explorer settings to improve responsiveness.
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Why does File Explorer keep crashing when accessing large folders on Windows 11?
I'm using Windows 11 Pro (23H2), and recently I've noticed that File Explorer crashes or becomes unresponsive when I open folders that contain a large number of files (especially media files like images and videos). Sometimes it takes several seconds to load, and other times it just freezes...- Mattew wade
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- crash dism file explorer folder loading large folders media files media preview performance issues preview handlers quick access sfc shell extensions shell replacement system files thumbnail cache troubleshooting unresponsive windows 11 windows search
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- Forum: Windows Graphics and Gaming
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Windows 10 Large folders: files keep jumping back to first column
First things first, I guess ... Dell Optiplex 3010 with 8gb of RAM. Intel i5 Processor. came stock with Windows 7 Pro, upgraded to Win 10 Pro. any other details needed, I will be happy to provide. I will do my best to have this make sense to all ... I have a few different folders of music...- Rich73Kelly
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- Forum: Windows Help and Support