New File Explorer Tabs in Windows 11 Approaching Release

Microsoft has started beta testing of the new File Explorer tabs for Windows 11. The File Explorer tabs feature is now rolling out to the Windows Insiders Program in beta channel And it seems pretty close to the release for anyone running Windows 11.

The tabs feature has an updated design that makes it easy to open folders or quickly find your favorite files. The updated File Explorer design includes tabs to browse multiple folders in one window and the ability to move tabs freely. Microsoft originally Tabs tested in Windows 10 apps Four years ago in one of the features named groups† This included support for tabs in File Explorer, but Microsoft eventually Project Cancellation It will not be sent to Windows 10 users.

Microsoft started testing for the first time Tabs in Windows 11 Explorer earlier this yearThe move to the beta channel means it will be released in the coming months. “The beta channel will be where we look at experiences that are closest to what we will offer our customers in general,” Microsoft explains. Since this private beta is just an update of Windows 11 22H2 (next major update) Recently submitted to Release Preview, expect Release Preview tabs to appear soon as well.