Microsoft recently introduced a new tab interface for Windows 11 File Explorer, but it looks like the company hasn’t redesigned File Explorer yet. WindowsCentral reports that Microsoft is working on several parts of Windows File Explorer to give it a modern, touch-enabled feel. About the general design language of the operating system.
In addition, the company is expected to introduce more functional changes such as OneDrive, Microsoft 365 integration, layout changes, and more.
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According to the report, the internal forms show a redesigned header with a redesigned file menu box, a new home button, and an updated search box.
File Explorer now has new Copy and Paste buttons as header buttons, and the report says these go to the file or folder below the header.
Depending on the formats, the Home File Explorer section will also have changes.
This integration of Microsoft 365 provides a dedicated recommended file feed at the top, a bit like what we see in the Windows 11 Start menu, except for the fact that it’s limited to files.
Other changes expected
Additionally, File Explorer is expected to get a new modern highlight button on the left side. Windows 11 File Explorer is also expected to get a new details page with an extensive redesign compared to the previous page.
Microsoft is also working on a tagging feature for File Explorer, similar to macOS Finder, that will allow users to easily tag and find some similar files, something Microsoft should have added a long time ago.