Microsoft Rolling Out An Update To Reduce RAM Usage In Windows 11 File Explorer Search Feature
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Key Points:
- Microsoft is improving Windows 11 File Explorer by eliminating duplicate file indexing, which reduces RAM consumption and speeds up search performance.
- The update is part of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7523, currently available to Dev and Beta channel users with a controlled "toggle-on" rollout.
- The search feature will now rely on a single consolidated index instead of scanning identical paths multiple times, enhancing responsiveness during file operations.
- These improvements aim to benefit users who frequently search across multiple folders and drives by reducing system resource usage and improving overall File Explorer reliability.
- After testing, the feature will be enabled by default and rolled out to all Windows 11 users in future stable releases.
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