How to Enable Open with Explorer in SharePoint Microsoft Edge
In today’s digital age, Microsoft Edge has become one of the most popular web browsers, offering a seamless and efficient browsing experience. SharePoint, on the other hand, is a powerful collaboration platform that allows teams to share, organize, and manage documents and information. However, by default, when you try to open a file from SharePoint in Microsoft Edge, it may open in a new tab instead of the File Explorer. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to enable the “Open with Explorer” feature in SharePoint Microsoft Edge.
Step 1: Open SharePoint
First, navigate to the SharePoint site where you want to access the files. This can be done by entering the SharePoint URL in the address bar of your Microsoft Edge browser.
Step 2: Right-click on the file
Once you are on the SharePoint site, locate the file you want to open. Right-click on the file and select “Open with” from the context menu.
Step 3: Choose File Explorer
In the “Open with” dialog box, you will see a list of applications that can open the file. Scroll down and select “File Explorer” from the list. If you do not see “File Explorer” as an option, click on “Choose another app” and then browse for “File Explorer” from your system.
Step 4: Enable “Open with Explorer” option
After selecting “File Explorer,” you will be prompted to confirm your choice. Click on “OK” to proceed. Now, you will see a new option called “Open with Explorer” in the context menu when you right-click on a file in SharePoint.
Step 5: Test the feature
To test the “Open with Explorer” feature, right-click on a file in SharePoint and select “Open with Explorer.” The file should now open in the File Explorer window, allowing you to easily manage and organize your files.
Conclusion
Enabling the “Open with Explorer” feature in SharePoint Microsoft Edge can greatly enhance your productivity and efficiency when working with files on SharePoint. By following the simple steps outlined in this article, you can easily open files in File Explorer directly from SharePoint, making it easier to manage and organize your documents.
