Thumbnails Not Showing In Windows 11 - Quick FIX

Here's how to fix thumbnails not showing on Windows 11.

Windows 11 comes with a sleek and modern interface, offering users a visually appealing experience. One of the features that enhance this experience is the thumbnail preview in File Explorer, which allows users to quickly identify the contents of their files and folders.

However, some users have reported an issue where thumbnails stop showing up, leaving them with generic icons instead. If you are facing a similar problem, this tutorial video will guide you through how to fix thumbnails not showing on Windows 11.

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[TheChingbang]

That worked instantly! Why in the world would Microsoft make that the default setting? - Thanks!

[JustJosh-Edits]

Thanks a lot man! Really helped me out. See, this is what youtube video tutorials should be all about, getting straight to the point!!!

[zozoni]

thanks a lot, this helped me resolve the issue! much appreciated

[arkizix]

didn't fix anything since it was already done.

[JMStrahmst]

it worked thank you so much, not to mention you showed every step aswell

[StevenCorr]

None of this has worked for me.
Picture thumbnails show up fine but I haven't had any video thumbnails for almost a year now.
I have tried absolutely everything and nothing has worked. 😞

[angelalin]

This is amazing!!! Thanks so much for sharing. Works instantaneously!!! Totally appreciate it!!!

[jamesrperry]

Didn't work for me. Has it got something to do with the default media player?

[missgreeneyes]

You are a genius, thank you so much!!

[gdwitch]

Didn't work. Always show icons is already unchecked.

[groovedealerfeaturing-ashl]

Great stuff! Thanks man, this was doing my head in!!!

[phd_angel]

If this doesn't work... Before unclicking this option, you need to do a Disk Cleanup of your thumbnails. Then this video's instruction will work.

[proragegames]

I was about to throw my computer in trash. You saved the day. ♥

[jackquesp]

thanks alot, was wondering what's wrong with my pc

[basesloadedgaming]

very good sir thank you. it was pissing me ofh