Open Item by Single Click or Double Clicks on Windows 10

By Sophia | Last Updated January 03, 2024

Generally speaking, you have to open a file, folder or app on your Windows 10 PC by double-clicking the left mouse button, or clicking the right mouse button and choosing Open in the context menu. In this article, you will learn an alternative way which is opening an item by single click. As for how to switch between the methods, please read on.

Video guide on how to open item by single click or double clicks on Windows 10:

Steps to set opening item by single click or double clicks on Windows 10:

Step 1: Access File Explorer Options.

Tip: File Explorer Options is also referred to Folder Options.

Step 2: Select a clicking option.

In the General settings, under Click items as follows, choose Single-click to open an item (point to select) or Double-click to open an item (single-click to select), and then tap OK.

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