Disabling files from Office.com will stop File Explorer from showing recent cloud file data in the Quick Access view. You can do this via Group Policy Editor settings.

If you do not want to see Home in Explorer you can remove it. We show you how to remove Home in File Explorer Navigation Pane in Windows 11.

File Explorer is one of the most crucial tools in Windows 11, as it lets you browse and manage files stored on your computer. This is the tool that allows you to browse all the files on your PC ...

This article explains where to find recent files opened in Microsoft Word, how to change how many are visible, and how to remove recent documents from the list. These directions are for Microsoft ...

In this guide, we'll show you the steps to prevent File Explorer from showing recent Office.com documents in the Home page.

From Windows 10 that is. Too useful, I suppose? It boggles the mind, honestly. :facepalm: (I know there's a hack to put "recent items" back but that only works for File Explorer in my experience ...

However, now Microsoft will be taking a scalpel to the beloved file explorer's folder options, and removing a list of options it calls "old settings" that people no longer use in Windows 11.

If you have to share specific files with other people, removing any personal information is always recommended. On Windows 11, you can clear most metadata information from File Explorer.