How to retrieve the Win8.1 Explorer library

In the previous Windows 8.1 internal beta, we have been surprised to find that in the Windows 8.1 system, the "library" function disappeared! Actually, Microsoft did not delete the "library" function. Instead, hide it.

Microsoft has released the official version of Windows 8.1

Speaking of the library function, users familiar with Win7 or Win8 are very situational, this is to collect a certain type of files into a dedicated folder. The function is mainly to facilitate users to find files. Some people think that the library functions like a chicken rib, but some people think that this product is very powerful. Also in the official version of Windows 8.1, the library function is also hidden, giving the user the feeling that Microsoft has given up the library function. If you are not forgetting the library function, you can try the following methods to find familiar library functions.

The method for retrieving library functions in Windows 8.1 is as follows:

1. Open the computer's "File Explorer";

2. Click on the top of the window "View" in the menu bar;

Win8.1 Retrieve library functions in File Explorer

3. Select the drop-down menu for “Navigation pane> “Display Library 

Win8.1 Retrieve Library Function in File Explorer

This will reappear the library and folder directory in the left pane, click The arrow next to the library file expands to find your documents, music, pictures, and video libraries.

Redisplaying library functions in Win8.1 File Explorer