But often, it gives a messy look and throws away privacy by showing recently browsed folders.
Many users find it awkward and want to get rid of it.
I will show you the best ways to disable Quick access from File Explorer.
Lets give File Explorer a clean look!
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Unchecking all the Quick access showing options will turn it off.
But youll see the pinned folders in Quick access in the File Explorers left pane.
Its possible to disable this feature to give the File Explorer a clean look.
Disabling Quick access will remove it completely from the left pane.
But youll need to go to Windows 11s Registry editor.
Now close all the expanded paths and restart the PC.
The whole process may look a bit difficult, but its not.
Just follow the steps below to disable Quick access permanently.
After the restart, youll not find that Quick access in the File Explorer because its disabled forever.
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Plus, it’s possible for you to reverse the disabled Quick access by changing the Registry value.
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FAQs
How can I turn off Quick access in Windows 11?
To turn off Quick access, click onthree dotsfrom the File Explorertoolbar.
Choose Options and go to the General tab.
Untick theShow recently used files in Quick access&Show frequently used folders in Quick accessoptions under thePrivacysection.
How to pin a folder in Quick access?
Right-punch thefolder that you want to pin in Quick access.
Choose thePin to Quick accessoption from thecontext menu.
How can I get rid of Quick access links in File Explorer?
Windows 11 adopted that feature and let you move to the recently browsed folders by clicking a button.
But it makes the File Explorer messy and may also spoil your privacy.
So, I have come up with this article to help you disable it.
I have shown the best ways and hope you read them all.
