Windows Explorer File Details View: A Guide to Mastering Your Shared Drives

When it comes to managing shared drives in Windows Explorer, it can be overwhelming trying to determine who has access to a file or folder, what permissions they have, and how to change access if needed. In this article, we'll explore the key features of File Explorer's details view, including keyboard shortcuts and customization options.

Removing Access to Files or Folders

To remove access to files or folders in a shared drive, you can use the 'Remove access' option. This will prevent other users from accessing the file or folder. To move files or folders into a shared drive, simply drag and drop them into the desired location.

Sharing Files and Folders

To share files and folders in a shared drive, right-click on the item and select 'Share.' You can then enter the email addresses of the users you want to grant access to. When sharing a folder, you can also set permissions for each user or group.

Member Permissions

In a shared drive, member permissions allow you to control who has access to files and folders. You can assign different levels of permission to each user or group, including read-only, edit, or delete.

File Explorer includes a range of keyboard shortcuts that can help you manage your files and folders more efficiently. Some of the most useful include:

* F5: Refresh the instance of File Explorer

* F4: Focus on the address bar and opens recent history

* Ctrl + Shift + Number 1-8: Changes folder view (large to small icons, list, details, etc.)

* Alt + Right arrow: Jumps to next folder in the history

* Alt + Left arrow: Returns to previous folder in the history

* Ctrl + N: Opens new instance of File Explorer

Customizing Quick Access

Quick access is a feature in File Explorer that allows you to pin frequently used locations and files. To customize quick access, right-click on the 'Quick Access' item and select 'Pin current folder to Quick access.' You can also browse to the location that includes the folder you want to pin to Quick Access.

Customizing the Toolbar

The toolbar in File Explorer's top-left corner allows you to customize your workflow by adding frequently used commands. To customize the toolbar, click on the Pin to Quick access button from the 'Home' tab and select the command you want to add.

Troubleshooting Hidden Files

If you need to troubleshoot problems with system files on Windows 10, you can use the 'Hidden items' option from the File Explorer's ribbon 'View' tab. Alternatively, you can check the 'Hide protected operating system files' option and clear it if needed.

By mastering these features of File Explorer's details view, you'll be able to manage your shared drives with ease and customize your workflow for greater productivity.

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