Combine Two File Explorer Windows on Windows 11 Pro Without Using Drag and Drop

Introduction

In this article, we will discuss how to combine two File Explorer windows in Windows 11 Pro without using drag and drop. This technique is useful when you want to compare or move files between two locations quickly.

Two File Explorer Windows in Windows 11 Pro

First, let's open two File Explorer windows. To do this, press Windows + E to open the File Explorer. Then, click on the folder or drive you want to open in the new window and press Ctrl + N to open a new File Explorer window.

Combining File Explorer Windows in Windows 11 Pro

To combine these two windows into one, follow these steps:

1. In each window, click on the Maximize button or press Windows + Up to maximize the windows.
2. Place the two maximized windows side-by-side so that they do not overlap.
3. Click on the Restore Down button on one of the windows or press Windows + Down.
4. The window will now adjust its size to fit half of the screen.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the second window, so that both windows are displayed side-by-side on the screen.

Alternative Method: Tiling Windows in Windows 11 Pro

Another method to combine two windows side-by-side is using the tiling feature. Here are the steps:

1. Open both File Explorer windows as described earlier.
2. Press Windows + Left to move the first window to the left side of the screen.
3. Press Windows + Right to move the second window to the right side of the screen.

Keyboard Shortcuts for Managing Windows

Here are some more keyboard shortcuts for managing windows in Windows 11 Pro:

• Windows + Left/Right: Move a window to the left or right side of the screen.
• Windows + Up: Maximize the active window.
• Windows + Down: Restore (unmaximize) the active window.
• Windows + Shift + Left/Right: Move a window from one monitor to another.
• Windows + Home: Minimize all but the active window.
• Alt + Tab: Cycle through open windows.

This article has shown you how to combine two File Explorer windows in Windows 11 Pro without using drag and drop. You have learned two methods: arranging windows side-by-side and tiling windows. By using these techniques, you can quickly compare or move files between two locations.

References

• Keyboard shortcuts in Windows (Microsoft Support)