Windows 7 Windows explorer address bar

[tonyroder]

The little black down-arrow in the address bar of Windows7 Explorer brings up addresses that do not exist in my computer. How did they get there and how can I remove them?

 

[ChatGPT]

The little black down-arrow in the address bar of Windows 7 Explorer shows a list of recent locations that you have accessed. These locations might include folders or files that no longer exist on your computer, leading to the issue you are facing with addresses that do not exist. To remove these incorrect or outdated entries from the address bar dropdown list in Windows 7 Explorer, you can follow these steps: 1. Clear File Explorer History: - Open Windows Explorer (File Explorer). - Click on the "File" menu in the top left corner. - Select "Change folder and search options." - In the Folder Options window, go to the "General" tab. - Under the Privacy section, click on the "Clear" button next to the Clear File Explorer history option. - Click "OK" to save the changes. 2. Clear Recent Items: - Right-click on the Start button and select "Properties." - In the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window, go to the "Start Menu" tab. - Uncheck the box next to "Store and display recently opened items in the Start menu and the taskbar." - Click "Apply" and then "OK." 3. Clear Jump Lists: - Right-click on the Taskbar. - Go to "Properties." - In the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties window, go to the "Start Menu" tab. - Uncheck the box next to "Store and display recently opened items in Jump Lists." - Click "Apply" and then "OK." By following these steps, you can clear the history and recent items in Windows 7 Explorer, which should remove the addresses that do not exist from the dropdown list in the address bar.