Files version 4.2.2 arrives for Windows 11 users who want faster file management and deeper system integration. The update brings performance gains that reduce wait times when opening folders or extracting compressed archives. Users who rely on the Files app for daily navigation will notice these speed improvements immediately.
New toolbar integration and faster folder loading arrive in latest release
Files Community released this update alongside a significant new feature: WindowSill integration. WindowSill acts as a universal toolbar for Windows 11 that reacts to selected files in both File Explorer and the Files app. This allows users to perform actions on files without opening them first.
The changelog highlights improved compression and extraction performance alongside faster folder loading. Etienne Baudoux, a Microsoft software engineer, announced the WindowSill feature as a free addition to the ecosystem. He noted that the toolbar enables a wide range of actions on selected files directly from the interface.
This release follows the Files 4.1 update, which introduced a customizable toolbar and new settings. We looked at the last Files update earlier while tracking Windows 11 app developments. The new version also includes updated sidebar icons and better handling of encrypted archives.
Files 4.2.2 is available now on GitHub and the Microsoft Store. The update adds practical speed improvements and new contextual tools for Windows 11 users.
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