File Explorer and copy and paste


Kerro

Kerro

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Since the Windows update files have been installed, (I have them on auto), I have had issues with File Explorer not updating when I do stuff. I have to refresh every time to keep up. I have also noticedtoday that when I copy and paste, my paste, pastes the last copy I did. When I delete that paste then it pastes my new paste.(hope that makes sense).
 
Windows Build/Version
Win 11 Home, 23H2,installed 14/01/2024, OS build 22631.3235

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win 11 Home build 22631.2191 ver 23H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    self built
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700 3.20GHz
    Motherboard
    GigaByte Z370 HD3
    Memory
    64 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia 2070 8GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x 32 AOC and 1 x 32 LG
    Screen Resolution
    2560 x 1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB SSD and 2TB HD
    Keyboard
    Langtu
    Mouse
    Logitech
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
    Browser
    Chrome usually
Suggestions here. Many reports across the web have connected the issue to Onedrive. The method in this article unlinks onedrive but leaves your files there..
There is another procedure if you want to get your files back on your PC. Report back if you need help doing that.
www.minitool.com

Fixed: Desktop and File Folders Do Not Refresh Automatically

Some users report that they meet the “desktop and file folders do not refresh automatically” issue on Windows 11/10. This post gives fixes.
www.minitool.com www.minitool.com
 
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System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 26100.3775
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    PC/Desktop
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    Dell Optiplex 7080
    CPU
    i9-10900 10 core 20 threads
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    DELL 0J37VM
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    32 gb
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    none-Intel UHD Graphics 630
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    Integrated Realtek
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    Benq 27
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    2560x1440
    Hard Drives
    1tb Solidigm m.2 nvme+256gb SKHynix m.2 nvme /External drives 512gb Samsung m.2 sata+1tb Kingston m2.nvme+ 4gb Solidigm nvme
    PSU
    500w
    Case
    MT
    Cooling
    Dell Premium
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    Logitech wired
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    Logitech wireless
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    so slow I'm too embarrassed to tell
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    #1 Edge #2 Firefox
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    Defender+MWB Premium
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    Windows 10 Pro 22H2 19045.3930
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    Dell Optiplex 9020
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    i7-4770
    Memory
    24 gb
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    Benq 27
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    2560x1440
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    256 gb Toshiba BG4 M.2 NVE SSB and 1 tb hdd
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    500w
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    MT
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    Dell factory
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    Logitech wireless
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    Logitech wired
    Internet Speed
    still not telling
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    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Defender+MWB Premium
glasskuter said:
Suggestions here. Many reports across the web have connected the issue to Onedrive. The method in this article unlinks onedrive but leaves your files there..
There is another procedure if you want to get your files back on your PC. Report back if you need help doing that.
www.minitool.com

Fixed: Desktop and File Folders Do Not Refresh Automatically

Some users report that they meet the “desktop and file folders do not refresh automatically” issue on Windows 11/10. This post gives fixes.
www.minitool.com www.minitool.com
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Glasskuter, thanks for your suggestions. I did already unlink my Onedrive and the problems were still there. I have installed Explorer Patcher and this seems to have fixed all the issues I mentioned in my original post. Thanks again for your help. Your response was very quick.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win 11 Home build 22631.2191 ver 23H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    self built
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700 3.20GHz
    Motherboard
    GigaByte Z370 HD3
    Memory
    64 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia 2070 8GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x 32 AOC and 1 x 32 LG
    Screen Resolution
    2560 x 1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB SSD and 2TB HD
    Keyboard
    Langtu
    Mouse
    Logitech
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
    Browser
    Chrome usually
Kerro said:
I have had issues with File Explorer not updating when I do stuff
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You have a Refresh problem and you need to refresh the folder-file list manually by pressing the F5 key or right-clicking & selecting Refresh.
This problem has existed for decades.
It comes & goes of its own accord.
There is no cure.

I reboot my computers every day & I think that reduces the frequency of Refresh problems.
But I might be kidding myself.


Don't waste any time investigating this.
I wasted a month of my life looking for a solution but nothing fixes it.
You'll find that doing some action will make the problem go away for a while but it's not a solution because when the problem returns the same action will have no effect this time.



Denis
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Home x64 Version 23H2 Build 22631.3447
Try3 said:
You have a Refresh problem and you need to refresh the folder-file list manually by pressing the F5 key or right-clicking & selecting Refresh.
This problem has existed for decades.
It comes & goes of its own accord.
There is no cure.

I reboot my computers every day & I think that reduces the frequency of Refresh problems.
But I might be kidding myself.


Don't waste any time investigating this.
I wasted a month of my life looking for a solution but nothing fixes it.
You'll find that doing some action will make the problem go away for a while but it's not a solution because when the problem returns the same action will have no effect this time.



Denis
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Denis, thanks for your reply. I have installed EP and that seems to have solved my issues for now. I will keep you informed if it reverts back. If the issue persists I will abandon the File Manager and use a 3rd party software such as DirOpus.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Win 11 Home build 22631.2191 ver 23H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    self built
    CPU
    Intel i7-8700 3.20GHz
    Motherboard
    GigaByte Z370 HD3
    Memory
    64 GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia 2070 8GB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    2 x 32 AOC and 1 x 32 LG
    Screen Resolution
    2560 x 1440
    Hard Drives
    1TB SSD and 2TB HD
    Keyboard
    Langtu
    Mouse
    Logitech
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
    Browser
    Chrome usually
Minitools has compiled the most common work arounds that I have seen on the net. I have also experienced this and no sooner that it appeared, I recall it disappearing. I can’t remember which of these if any worked for me. It’s been a while. All I can remember is that it is most inconvenient.

www.minitool.com

Fixed: Desktop and File Folders Do Not Refresh Automatically

Some users report that they meet the “desktop and file folders do not refresh automatically” issue on Windows 11/10. This post gives fixes.
www.minitool.com www.minitool.com
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 23H2 Build 22631.5039
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Sin-built
    CPU
    Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-4770K CPU @ 3.50GHz (4th Gen?)
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus VI Formula
    Memory
    32.0 GB of I forget and the box is in storage.
    Graphics Card(s)
    Gigabyte nVidia GeForce GTX 1660 Super OC 6GB
    Sound Card
    Onboard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    5 x LG 25MS500-B - 1 x 24MK430H-B - 1 x Wacom Pro 22" Tablet
    Screen Resolution
    All over the place
    Hard Drives
    Too many to list.
    OS on Samsung 1TB 870 QVO SATA
    PSU
    Silverstone 1500
    Case
    NZXT Phantom 820 Full-Tower Case
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-D15 Elite Class Dual Tower CPU Cooler / 6 x EziDIY 120mm / 2 x Corsair 140mm somethings / 1 x 140mm Thermaltake something / 2 x 200mm Corsair.
    Keyboard
    Corsair K95 / Logitech diNovo Edge Wireless
    Mouse
    Logitech: G402 / G502 / Mx Masters / MX Air Cordless
    Internet Speed
    1000/400Mbps
    Browser
    All sorts
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky Premium
    Other Info
    I’m on a horse.
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 Pro 23H2 Build: 22631.4249
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    LENOVO Yoga 7i EVO OLED 14" Touchscreen i5 12 Core 16GB/512GB
    CPU
    Intel Core 12th Gen i5-1240P Processor (1.7 - 4.4GHz)
    Memory
    16GB LPDDR5 RAM
    Graphics card(s)
    Intel Iris Xe Graphics Processor
    Sound Card
    Optimized with Dolby Atmos®
    Screen Resolution
    QHD 2880 x 1800 OLED
    Hard Drives
    M.2 512GB
    Antivirus
    Defender / Malwarebytes
    Other Info
    …still on a horse.
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