How to Find Recently Opened Files in Windows 10

Run Command

%AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Recent\

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Finding recently opened files in Windows 10 can be done in several ways. Here are the most common methods:

1. Using Quick Access in File Explorer

• Open File Explorer (Windows key + E).

• On the left sidebar, click Quick Access.

• You'll see a list of Recent files under the "Recent files" section.

• This list shows files you've recently opened.

2. Using the Recent Items Folder

• Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog.

• Type %AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Recent and press Enter.

• This opens the Recent Items folder, which contains shortcuts to files you've recently opened.

3. Using Start Menu Recent Files

• Click the Start button.

• Some apps show recent files in their jump lists when you right-click the app icon on the taskbar or Start menu.

• For example, right-clicking Word or Excel on the taskbar will show recent documents.

4. Using the Search Bar

• Click the Search bar next to the Start button.

• Type recent or the name of a file you opened recently.

• Windows will often suggest recently opened files.

5. Using Third-Party Tools

• Tools like Everything or RecentFilesView (NirSoft) can help track and view recently accessed files more comprehensively.