If you often open the same files on your computer, it helps to keep them handy. Windows 11 File Explorer lets you add your favorite files to a special list, so you can quickly find them without searching through folders. This guide will show you how to add and remove files from your Favorites.

What is File Explorer?

File Explorer is the program on your Windows computer that helps you find and organize files and folders. You can use it to copy, move, delete, or rename your files easily.

Why Use Favorites?

Adding files to Favorites saves you time by putting your most-used files right where you can find them quickly. Instead of opening many folders to find a file, just click your Favorites list. It’s especially useful if you work with many files or often use the same ones.

How to Add Files to Favorites

Follow these simple steps to add a file to your Favorites in File Explorer:

1. 
   Open File Explorer by clicking the folder icon on the taskbar, or press the Windows key + E on your keyboard.
   
2. Find the file you want to add to Favorites by browsing your folders.
3. Click the file once to select it.
4. At the top of File Explorer, click the three dots (More options) on the command bar.
5. Choose Add to Favorites from the menu.

Or, you can right-click the file and select Add to Favorites from the menu that appears.

Once added, your favorite files will show up in the Favorites section when you open File Explorer’s Home page, so you can open them quickly.

How to Remove Files from Favorites

To keep your Favorites list neat, you can remove files you don’t need there anymore:

1. Open File Explorer and go to the Home page.
2. Find the Favorites section on the left side and click to expand it if needed.
3. Right-click the file you want to remove.
4. Select Remove from Favorites.

And that’s it! The file will no longer appear in your Favorites list.

Summary

• Adding files to Favorites lets you open your most-used files quickly.
• Removing files keeps your Favorites list clean and easy to use.
• Use this feature to make working with many files faster and easier.

Try adding some of your important files to Favorites today and see how it makes finding them faster!