The Details tab for Windows 11 files provides important information such as file size, type, modified date, creation date, and more. This information is useful for troubleshooting, file organization and management, and file sharing. Sadly, some users have reported a missing Details tab in the Properties windows.
Bad or corrupted system files, problems with your user account, file permission issues, and app or process conflicts can trigger this problem. We understand how frustrating this may be. Will show you the easiest ways to fix it in this comprehensive article.
Before going into the solutions we proffer, ensure you view a file’s properties window, not a folder’s. This is because, by default, folders would not show the Details tab.
Pre-solution – Log in With an Administrative Account
Administrative accounts come with more privileges. So, they may access and edit more system settings, especially the Registry. Admin accounts also let you run important repair utilities like the SFC scan. Also, if this problem occurs only on one account, you must be logged into an admin account to delete and create new user accounts.
1. Run DISM and SFC Scans
Since a missing Details tab in the Properties window is often connected to system file corruption, you may want to start by running OS image checks and scans to fix any underlying corruption. The DISM and SFC scans are potent command line utilities that fulfill these functions.
Step 1: Press Windows + R on your keyboard to launch the Run dialog.
Step 2: Type cmd, then hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
Step 3: Type the script below and hit Enter to run an image scan.
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
Step 4: Now type the two scripts below, hitting Enter after each one.
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Step 5: When the commands are completely executed, enter the script below to run the SFC scan.
sfc /scannow
Step 6: Restart your computer at the end of the process.
2. Modify Related Registry Editor Keys
On Windows 11, the Registry Editor is a built-in tool for viewing Registry settings. On the Registry, you will find a hierarchical database with multiple configurations of Windows settings. When you are missing the Details tab in your Properties windows, you may tweak related registry values to fix the problem.
Step 1: Launch your Run dialog using the keyboard hotkeys Windows + R.
Step 2: Type regedit and hit Enter.
Step 3: Navigate to the path below.
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT*\shellex\PropertySheetHandlers
Step 4: On the left pane, confirm the {883373C3-BF89-11D1-BE35-080036B11A03} subkey exists. If it does not exist, right-click PropertySheetHandlers, hover on New, click Key, and name it {883373C3-BF89-11D1-BE35-080036B11A03}.
3. Restore your Computer
The Windows 11 System Restore utility is an important troubleshooting tool. It will take your computer to a state where it worked perfectly. You may use this tool if you have issues with a missing Details tab on the Properties windows.
Step 1: Type restore on Windows Search and select the Recovery option.
Step 2: Click the Open System Restore option on the Control Panel.
Step 3: Select Choose a different restore point and click the Next button.
Step 4: Select a restore point from the available options and click Next.
Step 5: Lastly, click the Finish button. The process will begin, and your computer may restart as the restore runs.
4. Create a New User Account
Account corruption is one of the causes for a missing Details tab in the Properties windows. You may consider creating a new user account if you cannot fix the problem by tweaking the Registry or repairing corrupted system files. You should also make sure the account created has admin privileges. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Press Windows + I to open the Settings App.
Step 2: Click Accounts on the left pane, then on the right, click Other users.
Step 3: Click the Add account button.
Step 4: Click I don’t have this person’s sign-in information.
Step 5: Select Add user without a Microsoft account.
Step 6: Fill out the form with your desired username and password, then click next.
Step 7: Click the Change account type button for the newly created account.
Step 8: Select Administrator and click OK.
FAQ on Missing Details Tab in the Windows 11 Properties Windows
1. How do I add details to file properties?
You may follow any of the solutions in the guide, and as a last resort, you may reinstall the OS.
2. Why can’t I edit file properties?
If you can not edit any file properties, it is most likely due to missing permissions.
Last Thoughts
There you have it – all our tested solutions for when the Details tab goes missing on a Windows 11 Properties window. If you think we left out any solutions, we would love to hear from you in the comment section below.