How To Restore And Back The Ribbon In Windows 11 File Explorer [Guide]

Whenever Microsoft makes a major interface improvement in Windows, some people prefer it the way it was; we get it. One such example is the new File Explorer in Windows 11 that replaces the ribbon with a new command bar.

Basically, the new File Explorer removed the ribbon we've grown accustomed to for decades and replaced it with small icons. While this might work if you've never used Windows before, it's a pretty tough adjustment for most of us. We have created registry files to restore the classic File Explorer view.

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This method, as mentioned, is a temporary way to get the old classic ribbon on file explorer. Still, it is effective, considering this is the only method that works if you are on the latest Windows 11 version. There’s no other way to bring back the classic ribbon.

This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.

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