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Windows 11 has a new method for sharing files in the works.

The “Drag Tray” was spotted by well-known Windows sleuthphantomofearth.

Windows 11 File Explorer Hero

A hidden feature in Windows 11 makes it easier to share content from File Explorer.

They shared a video of the feature in action and provided details on how to enable it.

To try the Drag Tray, you’ll have to use a third-party tool calledViveTool.

The feature is hidden within Windows Insider Build 22635.4805, which is available through the Beta Channel.

Share UI with image editing tools

Asnoted by phantomofearth, the ID for the feature is 45624564,53397005.

Microsoft is experimenting with a new file sharing UI in Windows 11: the “Drag Tray”.

Has a more options button to fire up the share sheet.

The Windows 11 Start menu apps list.

I prefer the Drag Tray since the feature is less cluttered than navigating through a context menu.

Microsoft is on a roll when it comes to testing exciting features.

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