In the tab, look for the Privacy section at the bottom. Click the Clear button next to Clear File Explorer history .
: Right-click any folder and select Pin to Quick access . reset quick access windows 11
If your Quick Access layout or menu looks strange, you can reset the folder view defaults. Search for in the Start menu. Go to the View tab. In the tab, look for the Privacy section at the bottom
Best for: Fixing glitches, broken icons, or a completely corrupted Quick Access. If your Quick Access layout or menu looks
By resetting Quick Access, you ensure that Windows 11 works for you, showing you what you actually need rather than what you worked on six months ago.
If you just want to clear the list of recent files shown in the main Quick Access view (but keep your pinned folders):