Microsoft introduces interesting updates to its Windows 11 operating system. However, the File Explorer app for Windows 11 has also received updates that have given it a new look. One of the new elements added to the File Explorer is the Recommended section. The Recommended section shows all the files that have been recently accessed or modified.
Don’t get me wrong, this is a great feature for those who like to keep updated about their files. But, not everyone is a fan of such clutter showing up in the File Manager app. So, whatโs to be done? Well, you can choose to disable it. Here is our guide on how you can do that.
Remove the Recommended Section from File Explorer on Windows 11
Step 1: First off, open the File Explorer app on your Windows PC.
Step 2: Now, click on the three dots that you see on the menu bar.

Step 3: From the fly-out menu, click on Options.
Step 4: The Folder Options window will now open up.
Step 5: Keeping the General tab selected, un-tick the Show Recently Used Files option under Privacy.
Step 6: You can also uncheck the box that says Show Recently Used Folders.
Step 7: Finally, click on the Apply button followed by the OK button.
You should no longer be seeing any recommended and recently used files in the File Explorer screen.
Closing Thoughts
This concludes the guide on how you can get rid of the Recommended section that displays your recently used files or folders on the home screen of the File Explorer app.
The best part about this is you simply do a few clicks, and you are good to go. There is no need to dig into the Registry Editor to make these changes.
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