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Fix File Explorer Freezing

Fix File Explorer Freezing

Is File Explorer freezing up? Learn effective solutions to get it running smoothly again and improve your system's performance.

Updated over a month ago

Fix File Explorer Freezing

Step 1

Open the Registry Editor

Regedit Windows

Step 2

Go to “HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\WSearch” and locate 'Start'.

Wsearch registry key

Step 3

Change the “Start” value from “2” to “4” and restart your PC.

1. Double click on this:

Start registry key

2. Change 'Value Data' to 4:

Change value of Registry key

This should resolve your issue. If you have any questions or issues, make sure to create a ticket on our discord server.