The issue arises when a folder (e.g., the Downloads folder) of the user’s PC shows sorting by week and month; the issue is reported to mainly occur after a Windows update. Whenever a user changes the setting, upon relaunching the folder, the folder reverts to the older view. Before moving on with the solutions to stop Explorer from soring, make sure to scan your system with an antimalware tool to rule out any malware infection of the system. Also, check if your system’s Windows is updated to the latest build.
Solution 1: Change the ‘Group by’ Option to None
To stop File Explorer (mainly the Downloads folder) from grouping its contents like Week and Month-wise, you may have to set the’ Group by’ option to none. If the issue occurs in a Save as dialog box (for example when saving a download in a browser) of an application, then right-click in the Save as dialog box and choose Group By»None.
Solution 2: Change the Customize Options of the Folder
You may clear the glitch (causing the sorting issue) by changing the customize options of the problematic folder. For illustration, we will discuss the process for the Downloads folder.
Solution 3: Use the Registry Editor
You may fail to change the sorting (or permanently store the change) if the total saved views that your system can store is maxed out. In this case, editing the relevant registry entries may solve the problem. Before moving on, make sure to create a backup of your system’s registry. Warning: Advance at your own risk as editing the system’s registry requires a certain level of proficiency and if not done properly, you may cause undying damage to your system/data.
Delete the Bags Key
Delete the Downloads Folder Keys
Delete Group View Keys
Rename SortByList Key
If the issue is still there, then you can try the different PowerShell commands to solve the issue at hand. Right-click on the Windows button and in the Quick Access menu, choose PowerShell (Admin). Then you may try the following commands (one by one) and check if the sorting issue is resolved.
Use PowerShell to Delete the Bags and Saved Views Keys
Use PowerShell to Delete Downloads Folder Key
If you are having the sorting issue with the Downloads folder, then you may try the following in the PowerShell (Admin) window:
Solution 4: Create a New User Profile
The File Explorer may show week and months sorting if the user profile is corrupt. In this context, creating a new user profile and using that account may let you sort the problematic folder as per your requirements. If the issue persists, then you may use a 3rd party utility (for example Desktop INI Fix) to manage the File Explorer sorting but make sure to create a system’s Restore Point.
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