Windows 11 now has a cool new feature that makes sharing files easier. You can drag a file and drop it on an app or share window right from your screen!

What is the Drag-and-Drop Sharing Feature?

When you drag a file from your File Explorer or desktop, a small tray appears at the top of your screen. This tray shows apps you can drop your file onto to share it quickly.

How to Turn On This Feature

This feature is still new and is available in special versions of Windows 11 called Insider Builds. To try it out, you need to use a tool called ViVeTool. Don’t worry, it’s simple!

Step 1: Download ViVeTool

First, learn how to get and use ViVeTool by following this easy guide:

How to Enable Hidden Features with ViVeTool

Step 2: Open Command Prompt or Windows Terminal

• Press Windows + S, type cmd or Windows Terminal, and open it.
• Make sure to run it as administrator (right-click and choose “Run as administrator”).

Step 3: Enable Drag-and-Drop Sharing

Type or copy this command and press Enter:

vivetool /enable /id:45624564,53397005

After running the command, restart your computer.

How to Share Files Using Drag-and-Drop

1. Find the file you want to share on your desktop or in File Explorer.
2. Click and hold the file, then start dragging it towards the top of your screen.
3. The sharing tray will appear, showing apps you can drop your file onto.
4. Drop the file on the app you want to share it with. If you want more options, select More… to open the Windows share window.

Summary

• Windows 11 now lets you share files easily with drag-and-drop.
• You can drag files from File Explorer or your desktop to a small share tray at the top.
• You need to enable this feature using ViVeTool and a simple command.
• The new sharing tray makes picking apps to share with quick and simple.
• This feature is currently for Windows Insider users trying out new ideas from Microsoft.

Enjoy sharing files faster and easier with this new Windows 11 feature!

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More info from Microsoft: Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.4950 (Beta)