If you havea PCwithWindows 11, it’s best to hold off on updating to thelatest 24H2 patch, as there are reports the newest version of the update is breakingFile Explorer.
According toWindows Latest, the Windows 11 24H2 UpdateKB5051987, which started rolling out on February 11, has caused issues with File Explorer. The report states that users are facing problems with File Explorer becoming unresponsive when trying to open folders like Documents or Pictures. Attempts to open File Explorer through the desktop shortcut or Windows Search also fail.
File Explorer is an integral part of the Windows experience. It allows users to browse and open documents, videos, photos, music, and more stored on their PCs. Given its importance, hopefully Microsoft is already working on a fix. However, until then, you may roll back the update if you’re affected.
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Microsoft started rolling out its 24H2 update widely last year, and its latest security patch, KB5051987, is the culprit behind the File Explorer issues. Since this is a security patch, it might have already been installed on your PC automatically. The issue also reportedly affects fresh installs of Windows 11 with this update, meaning it’s likely unrelated to any third-party software.
If you’re affected by this issue, luckily, there is an easy way to uninstall the latest update to be able to use File Explorer again. Here’s how.
1. Open theStart Menuand clickSettings.
2. SelectWindows Update.
3. ClickUninstall Updates.
- Choose to uninstall “Security Update for Microsoft Windows (KB5051987).”
The update will then be uninstalled, and you’ll be back on the January 2025 Windows 11 24H2 patch. This means File Explorer should once again work correctly. Hopefully, Microsoft will resolve this issue sooner rather than later, so users can get the latest security updates without File Explorer being broken.
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