Why does Explorer EXE run in the background?
When you look at the processes on your computer using Task Manager, you may notice that explorer.exe is running in the background, even though nothing is happening on your computer. You don’t have to worry because this is a legitimate Windows process that is responsible for the file management interface.
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What to do if Windows Explorer uses a lot of CPU?
Once your PC is back on, press Ctrl+shift+esc to open Task Manager. Click the Processes tab and click Name to sort the processes alphabetically. If fixed, Windows Explorer should now be using very little CPU. If Windows Explorer is still using abnormally high CPU, continue to the next step below.
How do I restart the explorer.exe process?
To restart the Explorer.exe process, follow these steps: Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. Click Start Task Manager. On the Processes tab in Windows Task Manager, click the Explorer.exe process, and then click the End Process button twice. On the File menu, click New Tasks (Run), type explorer, and then click OK.
What are the problems opening a folder in the explorer?
When you open the folder, you encounter the following problems: The computer responds slowly. You cannot perform any other operations. You experience high CPU usage in the Explorer.exe process. Note To temporarily resolve these issues, restart the Explorer.exe process.
Why does my computer have a CPU error?
Many users have reported that there is a strange CPU error that occurs when there is an icon or shortcut that has no image on your desktop. Look on your desktop for any icons that aren’t displaying correctly, and if so, left-click on them and press the Delete key on your keyboard.
What does Explorer EXE kill?
But what happens if you end Windows Explorer in Task Manager? As a result, closing Windows Explorer will not only close open File Explorer windows, but will also render the Start menu, taskbar, and system tray unusable.