Windows 11 update speeds up File Explorer launch times
Microsoft has released an optional update for Windows 11, KB5095093, which significantly improves File Explorer launch speeds. The update optimizes the Home tab layout to reduce system resource bottlenecks and fixes several interface bugs.
Why it matters
Performance improvements in core operating system components directly impact the daily productivity and user experience of millions of Windows users.
ⓘ Microsoft.com The official Microsoft Windows 11 product branding. Microsoft launches Windows 11 update KB5095093, delivering a major speed boost to File Explorer by cleaning up the Home tab layout and fixing BITS shutdown lag. Darryl Linington , Published 07/01/2026 🇩🇪 Windows Software Launch Microsoft 4 Reviews exclude selected types exclude selected tags Microsoft released a new optional update for Windows 11 that aims to fix a frustrating part of the desktop user experience. The software package, officially known as update KB5095093 , focuses heavily on improving the initial launch speed of File Explorer. This package is currently available as a voluntary preview download, but these specific performance improvements will automatically roll out to everyone in the mandatory monthly patch scheduled for July 2026.
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