Windows 10 Very slow to load Downloads folder in Windows 10 (2024 UPDATE)

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Question and Solution ProblemOpening the designated Windows "Downloads" folder becomes very slow to open. Even after clearing out the folder, it quickly becomes super slow again even with only a few files and sub-folders. SolutionI found a solution that worked for me. There are some old threads about this topic so i'm posting this update in 2024 for Windows 10. TL;DR1. run Windows Explorer (Win+E)2. View tab -> Options -> Change folder and search options 3. In Folder Options window -> General tab -> Clear File Explorer history -> Clear buttonStep-by-Step Solution:1. Run Windows

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