Win11 Solved! When I try to rename a folder, it freezes and I can't change it.

This time, we will introduce a solution for when you try to rename a folder in Explorer and it freezes, preventing you from changing the name.

In some environments running Windows 11, there seems to be an issue where folders cannot be renamed or clicking "Rename" does not work.

Causes and solutions for problems with File Explorer

1. System Files

Generally, if you are having problems with File Explorer, it may be due to corrupted system files.

System files can be corrupted due to virus infection, third-party applications, Windows Update, user errors, etc.

In this case, running a system file repair may solve the problem.

Repairing system files in Win10/Win11 with "System File Checker"

2. Explorer History

Explorer history (history of recently used files, etc.) may cause Explorer to freeze (stop responding).

In this case, you can resolve the issue by deleting your File Explorer history.

How to delete your File Explorer history

1. Press Windows Key + E to open File Explorer.

2. Click "..." in the upper right corner.

3. Click "Options".

4. "Folder Options" will open, so click the "Clear" button to the right of "Clear File Explorer history" under "Privacy" at the bottom.

When you click the "Delete" button, no dialog box such as "Deleted" is displayed and no response is given.

5. Click OK to exit Folder Options and restart your PC.

3. Windows bugs

Various bugs have been reported in Windows 11 in some environments, and updates have been released to fix these bugs.

If the problem is caused by a bug in Windows itself, updating to the latest version of Windows may resolve the issue.

4. Third-Party Applications

Some third-party applications may affect your system.

If you suspect that the problem is with a recently installed application, uninstalling it may resolve the issue.

How to fix Windows Explorer not responding on Windows 10/11