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As is usually the case, the update comes with a range of general improvements and fixes as well.

It has tabs, a column view, a file preview, and a customizable interface.

Files app on Windows

The Files app on Windows 11 has a new layout picker.

Making a better File Explorer

Wecover Files often around here.

Performance has improved steadily over the years, but it does vary from system to system.

It’s about making a file manager that aligns with Windows 11 in terms of looks and functionality.

Files App | $8.99 at Microsoft Store

The Files app on Windows 11 has a new layout picker.

Files had tabs beforeMicrosoft added tabs to File Explorer.

Kudos to Yair, the maker of Files, for beating Microsoft to the punch.

Here’s thecomplete change log for Files version 3.3, as shared on the app’s blog.

Files app on Windows 11

The Files app on Windows 11 has a new layout picker.

Whether you prefer larger or smaller items, there is an option for your personal preference.

Thumbnail performance and DPI support

In v3.3, we continued working on thumbnail handling.

Additionally, we added DPI support for icons on the home page, tabs, and left-hand sidebar.

Files app on Windows 11

Additionally, the Folders page was renamed to Files & folders.

Previously this feature only worked if you closed Files before restarting Windows.

Files 3.3 changes and improvements

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