Exciting updates are on the horizon for Windows 11 users as Microsoft endeavors to enhance the File Explorer’s efficiency. Soon, the system’s search feature will undergo improvements aimed at reducing RAM consumption, promising a smoother experience for users exploring their files.
Enhancements to File Explorer Search Performance
As the tech landscape evolves, optimizing system resources becomes increasingly crucial. Microsoft has recognized this need and is taking steps to refine Windows 11. The company has unveiled Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7523 for the Dev and Beta channels, a move designed to streamline processes and cut down on RAM usage. This update is being gradually rolled out with a “toggle on” feature, suggesting it’s not yet available to all users. Among the fixes in this build are improvements in File Explorer’s reliability and its handling of system and secondary drive locations. These enhancements are particularly significant for users who need quick access to their files without excessive RAM consumption.
Made some improvements to File Explorer search performance by eliminating duplicate file indexing operations, which should result in faster searches and reduced system resource usage during file operations.
– Microsoft
Streamlined Indexing for Efficient Searches
Microsoft is refining the search process by skipping duplicate paths and utilizing a single, consolidated index. Although the search feature isn’t known for high RAM usage, this update is set to accelerate the search process by removing redundant file indexing. **Eliminating this inefficiency not only reduces RAM consumption but also improves overall File Explorer responsiveness, especially when users are frequently searching across multiple folders and drives.**
Though currently under controlled deployment, these improvements should become apparent to users as testing progresses. Upon completion, the new feature will be enabled by default and is expected to be integrated into stable Windows 11 versions soon.