[Bug/Side Effect] Hiding 'Home' node breaks real-time updates for pinning/unpinning Quick Access folders
Author: wrmld2211Created Aug 30, 2026Updated Sep 5, 2026
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- I have searched for existing issues/discussions and didn't find any similar ones.
- I haven't used any other scripts, tools or programs that might have caused this issue.
Windows version
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 26200.9168
Script mode/options
Custom - Hide 'Home' from navigation pane
Describe the issue
Applying this option prevents File Explorer from updating pinned/unpinned quick access folders in real-time until the explorer.exe process or window is restarted.
Steps to reproduce
- Check "Hide 'Home' from navigation pane" in debloat script
- Pin/unpin a folder in File Explorer quick access
- The change will not appear until File Explorer is restarted
Error output
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Additional context
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Source: Raphire/Win11Debloat