Quick Access | Remove

By following these steps, you should be able to remove Quick Access from File Explorer and customize your navigation pane to better suit your needs.

Quick Access is a default feature in Windows File Explorer designed to speed up your workflow by displaying frequently used folders and recently opened files. While useful for some, many users find this "Home" or "Quick Access" view cluttered, distracting, or a potential privacy risk, particularly when sharing a computer. remove quick access

In the Advanced settings list, look for options to disable quick access (this varies by Windows build) or follow the Microsoft Support guide to use the navigation pane settings to show/hide items. By following these steps, you should be able

If you don't want to disable the entire feature but want to remove the clutter, you can turn off the automatic history tracking. Open (Windows Key + E). In the Advanced settings list, look for options

If your Quick Access is broken, buggy, or showing icons that no longer exist, you can reset it to factory defaults. This clears everything —both pinned items and recent history.

Are you tired of seeing the Quick Access section in your File Explorer? Perhaps you prefer a more straightforward navigation pane or simply want to declutter your interface. Whatever your reason, removing Quick Access from File Explorer is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it: