--- title: What Business Owners Should Know About the Files V3 Major Upgrade description: What Business Owners Should Know About the Files V3 Major Upgrade --- [Securafy Knowledge Hub](https://blog.securafy.com) - [Topics](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-cover) - [Tools](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-tools) - [Books & Guides](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-books) [Talk to Securafy](https://meetings.hubspot.com/securafy/strategy-call) [Topics](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-cover) [Tools](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-tools) [Books & Guides](https://blog.securafy.com/#sf-books) [Talk to Securafy](https://meetings.hubspot.com/securafy/strategy-call) [Knowledge Hub](https://blog.securafy.com) / IT Operations IT Operations # What Business Owners Should Know About the Files V3 Major Upgrade What Business Owners Should Know About the Files V3 Major Upgrade ![Randy Hall](https://blog.securafy.com/hubfs/Randy%20Hall%202.png) By Randy Hall Updated Jul 2024 3 min read Share [**](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https://blog.securafy.com/2023/12/09/what-business-owners-should-know-about-the-files-v3-major-upgrade) [**](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.securafy.com/2023/12/09/what-business-owners-should-know-about-the-files-v3-major-upgrade&text=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3EWhat+Business+Owners+Should+Know+About+the+Files+V3+Major+Upgrade%3C%2Fspan%3E) [**](mailto:?subject=%3Cspan+id%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper_name%22+class%3D%22hs_cos_wrapper+hs_cos_wrapper_meta_field+hs_cos_wrapper_type_text%22+style%3D%22%22+data-hs-cos-general-type%3D%22meta_field%22+data-hs-cos-type%3D%22text%22+%3EWhat+Business+Owners+Should+Know+About+the+Files+V3+Major+Upgrade%3C%2Fspan%3E&body=https://blog.securafy.com/2023/12/09/what-business-owners-should-know-about-the-files-v3-major-upgrade) ![](https://static.hsstatic.net/BlogImporterAssetsUI/ex/missing-image.png)The Files app is one of the preferred alternatives for Windows 11 users who are not willing to cope with the limitations of the native File Explorer app. It offers advanced features that business owners will find useful. The Files app continues to push updates to extend its robust functionality even further. The V3 is the latest iteration of the app available to users right now. Below is a look at what business owners should know about the files V3 major upgrade. **Top Additions to the Files App in Version 3.0** Some of the key changes to the Files app in the new upgrade include: - New icons: The icon pack in the new upgrade looks much more similar to the Windows File Explorer look that most business owners and individuals are accustomed to.  - Redesigned UI: The user interface received a major refresh in the latest upgrade. The file area is now round, and the background opacity has changed. Files pinned on the sidebar now have a distinct icon color for easier identification. - Improved efficiency: Following the upgrade, users can keep the File app running in the background to reduce the app’s launch time further. - Improved file preview: Users can now preview office files and other file formats. **A More Customizable Approach to the Management of Windows 11 Files** The Files App Version 3.0 is another significant improvement on an app that has enhanced productivity for business owners trawling through mountains of files each day. Looking at the user interface, it’s easy to dismiss it as just another Windows 11 File Explorer app in a new skin.  However, it has other great features that have made it the preferred choice for people who want simpler and easier file management. The dark mode functionality is not dependent on your system settings. You can browse files in different tabs, and the app allows automatic opening of all folders in new tabs. You can also choose between a dual-pane or column view to move files faster. Viewing files in preview is a favorite feature for many business owners. It saves users valuable time when looking for files. The app can also unzip files. The app supports Google Drive and OneDrive, simplifying the management of files in cloud storage. Users of Dropbox and iCloud Drive can also add these services manually. The regular software updates also mean faster improvement than you’ll get with the native app. **Get Started with the Files App** For many Windows 11 users, the native Windows File Explorer platform is more than enough for everyday usage. However, if you always feel limited while using the app, a third-party solution like the Files app could be what you need.   Tagged Under IT OperationsBusiness Continuity In This Article Need Help With Your Current Setup? Talk through your current systems, risks, and support gaps with Securafy. 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