8 Ways to Open the File History in Windows 11
Microsoft introduced File History with Windows 8 and even improved the feature to some extent in Windows 10 and 11. In Windows 10, File History also appeared in the Settings app, but that changed with Windows 11. The backup feature is missing from the Settings app which is confusing because Microsoft is shifting sections of the Control Panel to Settings.
But Control Panel isn’t the only way to access File History on Windows. This guide will list eight quick methods to open the File History page in Windows 11.
1. Using Start Menu
The most obvious place to search for an app or file on Windows PC is the Start menu. You can even see web results because Microsoft integrated Bing into the Start menu. Repeat the following steps:
2. Using Control Panel
File history previously lived in the Settings app in Windows 10 but is now only present in Control Panel’s System and Security section. Here’s how to access it:
3. Using the Settings App
The Settings app doesn’t have File History as a separate section but can redirect you to its Control Panel page. Repeat the following steps:
4. Using the Run Dialog Box
Launching programs and system apps from the Run dialog box is possible if you know the exact file name or the file path. Repeat the following steps:
5. Using File Explorer
Like most Windows utilities, File History is also present in theSystem32folder in the C drive. So, you can access it from there in caseControl Panel is not openingor working on your PC. Repeat the following steps:
6. Using Task Manager
Task Manager isn’t just meant for ending tasks and sub-processes. it’s possible to launch any system app or tools, and access file locations using the Run new task option. Here’s how:
7. Using Terminal App
If you love the terminal and don’t like the idea of opening menus or searching for an app or tool, you can open File History using the Terminal app. Here’s how to do it:
8. Using a Desktop Shortcut
The fastest method to access any app is bycreating a desktop shortcut. You can switch to the desktop and launch programs with or without administrator privileges. Repeat the following steps:
Access File History Settings In a Jiffy
Microsoft came with this excellent physical backup option for Windows OS. Now, you know eight easy methods to access File History, run a manual backup session, and tweak its settings. you may even add and remove folders in File History, but that requires a bit more effort.
Want to back up your Windows files, but without all the hassle? File History has you covered.
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