About FolderThumbnailFix
Make Windows 11 show full-size thumbnails for folders.
FolderThumbnailFix 1.0.9
Make Windows 11 show full-size thumbnails for folders.
- By Les Ferch
- Open Source
- Portable
- Updated Jan 5, 2026
Technical details
| Publisher | Les Ferch |
|---|---|
| Version | 1.0.9 |
| Release date | 2026-01-05 |
| License | MIT |
| Installer type | zip |
| Architecture | x64 |
| Package ID | LesFerch.FolderThumbnailFix |
| Requirements | Windows 11 or later |
Install FolderThumbnailFix from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=LesFerch.FolderThumbnailFix -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=LesFerch.FolderThumbnailFix -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=LesFerch.FolderThumbnailFix -e
Frequently asked questions
Is FolderThumbnailFix free?
Yes. FolderThumbnailFix is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.
What is the latest version of FolderThumbnailFix?
The latest version is 1.0.9, released on Jan 5, 2026.
Is it safe to download FolderThumbnailFix?
The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 52d819c0c539d9dfeb8496e83e081ca6d47e760fb6ec7bc3af67d4bba05733b4.
Which Windows versions does FolderThumbnailFix support?
FolderThumbnailFix requires Windows 11 or later and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I uninstall FolderThumbnailFix?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find FolderThumbnailFix and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=LesFerch.FolderThumbnailFix -e.
Is there a portable version of FolderThumbnailFix?
Yes. FolderThumbnailFix is available as a portable ZIP archive (FolderThumbnailFix.zip, 64-bit (x64)) that runs without installation. Copy it to any folder or USB drive and run it from there.
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