However, while setting up the different styles for the file and folder icons, some Windows users have come across the weird problem of black squares showing up behind the file or folder icons.

Cannot delete icons, files or folders in Windows 11/10 If you, too, face a similar problem, first, restart your computer and see if you can delete it. If not, here are a few things you could try.

The red X icon that shows up next to your files on Windows is actually a OneDrive warning sign. It indicates a syncing error, meaning your files (and even folders) couldn't be backed up to the cloud.

Windows makes it easy (although not obvious) to customize the Taskbar with custom icons. You don’t need a third-party app, just the icon files to replace the defaults. If you’re theming your ...

How to show hidden files or folders on a Windows 10 computer 1. Press the Windows icon at the bottom-left of your screen. and search for the This PC application.

You’ve already seen some of these changes hit classic Windows 10 apps like Mail and Calculator, but up next are new icons for File Explorer’s folders. If you love the look and want to try the ...

How to open File Explorer on Windows 10. On Windows 10, you can open File Explorer in several ways, including: Clicking the File Explorer icon in the taskbar. "Windows key + E" keyboard shortcut ...

Available in Windows 10 and 11, File History will automatically back up files from specific folders on your PC to an external source, such as a USB drive or network location. Your backups run in ...

Right click on your Windows PC home screen to create a new folder. Select the New option, and then click on the Folder option from the drop-down menu displayed. Once created, right click on the ...

Files, one of the best third-party file managers for Windows, is getting some neat updates, including a redesigned icon, more cloud storage providers, and more.

The red X icon that shows up next to your files on Windows is actually a OneDrive warning sign. It indicates a syncing error, meaning your files (and even folders) couldn't be backed up to the cloud.