Microsoft has revealed that **Windows 11’s File Explorer will soon be optimised to use less RAM during file searches, addressing longstanding concerns about high memory usage when users search for documents, images or other content. The change is part of ongoing improvements being tested in the Windows 11 Insider Program to boost performance and responsiveness, particularly for the search function in File Explorer.
The optimisation targets scenarios where File Explorer currently consumes a significant amount of system memory, especially during active searches — a behavior that has drawn criticism from some users who note performance issues compared with earlier versions of Windows. By reducing memory demands during search operations, Microsoft aims to make file browsing smoother and less resource-intensive.
This development complements other enhancements under evaluation for Windows 11’s file management tools, as Microsoft continues to improve core components of the operating system in response to user feedback and performance benchmarks.