How to Reset Folder View Settings in Windows 10

By Timothy Tibbetts

File Explorer has numerous options to change the view to suit your preferences. If you've found that your File Explorer view has changed so much that it's easier to start fresh, then we can reset File Explorer to the default view.

You can reset all Folders in Options, or using a Batch file.

1: Reset File Explorer Using Batch File

Using a batch file is a one-click solution to start fresh with your File Explorer view that is simple enough for any skill level.

If File Explorer is open, close it now.

Download Reset Folder View Settings in Windows 10 from MajorGeeks

Right-click on Reset Folder View Settings in Windows 10.bat and Run as administrator.

Your screen will flash briefly, and your Taskbar will disappear for a few seconds while File Explorer is stopped and restarted to finalize the reset.

2: Reset File Explorer in Options

Resetting in File Explorer options has the advantage of resetting only similar folders or all folders.

Click on any folder, say Pictures, and set that folder up how you like.

Click on View > Options.

To reset similar folders, click on Reset Folders.

To apply to all Folders, click on Apply to Folders.

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