In the latest iteration of Windows 11, specifically the 24H2 update, users have encountered a peculiar glitch that has stirred conversations among tech enthusiasts. While the disappearance of the mouse cursor during text input was initially the talk of the town, a more perplexing issue has emerged concerning File Explorer.
File Explorer’s Three-Dot Menu Dilemma
After the 24H2 update, many users have reported that the three-dot menu—often referred to as the “See more” or “More options” menu—has become unreadable when using File Explorer in full-screen mode. This menu is crucial as it provides access to a variety of additional actions that are not immediately visible on the toolbar.
When users click on these three dots, a drop-down menu is expected to appear, revealing options that can vary depending on the context within File Explorer. These options may include:
- Connecting to a media server
- Adding a network location
- Mapping or disconnecting a network drive
- Selecting all or none of the items
- Inverting the selection
- Viewing properties or options for File Explorer settings
However, post-update, the menu has been observed to appear at the top of the screen rather than below the three dots, leading to a frustrating user experience. This misalignment occurs regardless of whether File Explorer is in full-screen or windowed mode, but it becomes particularly problematic in full-screen mode, where the menu extends beyond the visible area of the screen.
As a result, accessing the menu options has become nearly impossible for users operating in full-screen mode. To work around this issue, users must revert to windowed mode and ensure that the window is sufficiently small to accommodate the menu’s placement.
Microsoft’s Response and Upcoming Fixes
Curiosity surrounds how Microsoft managed to misalign the File Explorer menu, but the tech giant has acknowledged the issue. Microsoft has confirmed that a fix is on the horizon, slated for inclusion in a future cumulative update.
The next significant optional update, which promises a host of important fixes, is scheduled for release in the last week of November. Prior to that, the Windows 11 24H2 Patch Tuesday update, set for November 12, will address several critical issues, including:
- Fixes for the SFC/scannow command
- Resolution of the Windows Update 8.63GB cache bug
- A bug causing the Alt+Tab menu to briefly pause with a black screen
Following the November updates, the second wave of fixes will roll out in the last week of November as part of the optional update. Comprehensive fixes will be integrated into the December 2024 Patch Tuesday update, after which Microsoft will pause optional updates for a month due to the holiday season in the United States. Regular updates for Windows 11 24H2 will resume in January.
