Fixed: Double-clicking folders in OneDrive on Windows 11 doesn't work

I have faced this problem and tried to search for a solution. Finally, I found this post.

I tried the first one, but unfortunately, it didn't work.

The second one - creating a new local administrator account helped me to resolve all the troubles.

The final task was to transfer all your data from the old account to the new one, following the instructions in this post. But it would be a little bit depressing for you to do so.

You might wanna try this: Restore the `DelegateExecute` Registry Value found in this chat session https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4334190/double-click-on-any-folders-it-opens-this-pc?

In some cases, Windows may have an incorrect or missing DelegateExecute value under the folder shell configuration. This can cause double-clicking a folder, including a OneDrive folder, to open the wrong location or behave unexpectedly.

1. Open Registry Editor

Press:

Win + R

Type:

regedit

and press Enter.

If Windows asks for administrator permission, click Yes.

Important: Modifying the Windows Registry incorrectly can cause system problems. It is recommended to export/back up the relevant registry key before making changes.

2. Navigate to the folder shell configuration

In Registry Editor, go to:

HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Folder\shell\open\command

You can paste the path directly into the Registry Editor address bar.

3. Check DelegateExecute

Look for a string value named:

DelegateExecute

Its value should be:

{11dbb47c-a525-400b-9e80-a54615a090c0}

If DelegateExecute does not exist:

1. Right-click an empty area in the right-hand pane.

2. Select New → String Value.

3. Name it:

DelegateExecute

4. Double-click it and enter:

{11dbb47c-a525-400b-9e80-a54615a090c0}

5. Click OK.

This GUID is the value commonly documented for the Windows folder open command.

4. Restart Windows Explorer

You do not necessarily need to reboot the entire computer.

Press:

Ctrl + Shift + Esc

to open Task Manager.

Find Windows Explorer, right-click it, and select:

Restart

Then try double-clicking the problematic folder again.

Gudluck to you all!