Windows 10 Explorer Keeps Crashing: Easy Fixes

If you notice Windows 10 Explorer Keeps Crashing, don’t be frustrated, you are not alone. Several users have reported the same issue.

This issue occurs mainly due to excess File explorer history. Besides that, you can also encounter this error, if your account does not have full permission to access the folder content. 

So, this is what we are going to discuss in this article i.e., the solutions to fix this particular issue on your Windows 10 system. Try to follow the fixes provided in this article in a proper manner. Hopefully, you will be able to resolve this error in no time. 

Resolving Windows 10 Explorer Keeps Crashing

Mentioned below are some effective fixes which you can utilize to resolve this error. Try to follow the steps carefully and change the situation which you are in now. 

Fix 1: Clear File Explorer History

Once your Windows device comes across this error, the first thing you can do to resolve this error is to clear the history of the File Explorer. Try to follow these steps:

  1. At first, in the search box, search for Control and you will be able to see the search result pops up. 
  2. From the search results, click on Control Panel.
  3. In the search box, situated in the top right corner of the Control panel, enter the file.
  4. Next click on File Explorer Options from the results. 
  5. After that, click on Clear, in order to clear the File Explorer history. 
  6. Then, click on Apply and Ok to save the changes. 
  7. Now, press the Windows logo key and the E key at the same time to open the file explorer and check if it resolves the issue or not.

Fix 2: Launch Folder Windows Using a Separate Process

If the previous method fails to eliminate this error, try to follow the steps provided below.

  1. Firstly, type control in the search box.
  2. From the search results click on Control Panel.
  3. Now, in the search box of the Control panel, enter File.
  4. Now, from the search results, search for File Explorer Options.
  5. Next, tap on the View pane. In the Advanced settings, check the box against Launch folder windows in a separate process.
  6. Again, click on Apply and on the Ok button. 
  7. Now, press the Windows logo key and the E key at the same time in order to open the File Explorer and check if it resolves the error or not. 

Fix 3: Perform netsh and Winsock Reset

You can also perform a netsh and Winsock Reset, in order to resolve this error. Follow these steps to do that:

  1. First of all, go o the search box and search for cmd. Now, right-click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.
  2. Next, click on the Yes button when it will be prompted by the User Account Control.
  3. After that, type the command: netsh winsock reset in the Command Prompt window and hit the Enter button to continue. 
  4. Now, reboot your Windows 10 device and navigate to the File Explorer by pressing the Windows key and the E key at the same time and check whether it fixes the issue or not. 
  5. If this error persists, follow the next method. 

Fix 4: Give Your Account Full Permission to Access the Folder Content

You can also provide your account the full permission to access the folder content. Follow these steps:

  1. Firstly, on your keyboard, press the Windows logo key and the E key at the same time to open the File Explorer.
  2. After that, right-click on any folder in the File Explorer. Then click on Properties.
  3. Now, tap on the Security pane and then click on Advanced.
  4. After that, on the popup window, click on Change. Then enter the account name in the box and click on the Ok button to continue. 
  5. Take note that if you are not sure about the account name, follow these steps:
    • Click on Advanced, locate Find Now.
    • Next, find and click on the account from the search results. And then click on Ok to get to the previous window. 
    • It will automatically take you back to the Advanced Security Settings window.
    • After that, click on the Replace owner on subcontainers and objects.
    • Next, click on Ok.  
  6. Now, back to the File Explorer window, this time, right-click on the folder in which you want to set full access to your account.
  7. Now, tap on Properties.
  8. After that, click on Advanced and tap on Add. 
  9. Now, Click on Select a principal. After that, enter your account and click Ok to continue. 
  10. Now, set the type to Allow. Next, tick on the Full Control under Basic permissions and click on the Ok button. 

Now, check if it resolves the error or not. 

Summing it Up

Now you have all the necessary instructions to fix Windows 10 Explorer keeps crashing in no time. We have covered almost each and every fix that can resolve this error quickly and effectively. 

Despite of it, if you have any further queries, you can contact a tech professional who can help you in this matter. 

To share your thoughts, leave a comment below.  

Nathaniel Villa
Nathaniel Villa

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