How Do I Change the Default Quick Access in Windows 10?
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Open Folder Options by navigating to File>Options. In the Open File Explorer pulldown field, change the option from “Quick access to “This PC”.

How do I make my computer default instead of quick access?

To change the default Explorer page to This PC, follow these steps:

  1. Open a new Explorer window.
  2. Click View in the ribbon.
  3. Click Options.
  4. Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
  5. Click OK.

How do I turn off quick access in Windows 10?

How to Disable Quick Access in Windows 10 File Explorer

  1. Open File Explorer and go to View tab > Options > Change folder and search options.
  2. Choose This PC from the top drop-down menu.
  3. Uncheck both boxes under the Privacy section.
  4. Press Clear to clear all of your Quick Access history. ( optional)
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