Windows 10 Insider build 21343 brings new icons to the File Explorer

New icons are finally here for the Windows 10 File Explorer!

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What you need to know

Windows 10 build 21343 is rolling out to Insiders in the Dev channel. The build includes several improvements and changes. The one that will catch most people’s eyes is that the Windows 10 File Explorer now has new icons, including a new recycle bin icon.

Microsoft describes some of the changes it made with the icons within File Explorer in ablog post:

Several changes, such as the orientation of the folder icons and the default file type icons, have been made for greater consistency across Microsoft products that show files. Notably, the top-level user folders such as Desktop, Documents, Downloads, and Pictures have a new design that should make it a little easier to tell them apart at a glance. And yes, the Recycle Bin icon has also been updated!

The build also improves Windows Sandbox and Microsoft Defender Application Guard. This update brings a new runtime designed and optimized for container scenarios.

Here are the other changes and improvements within Windows 10 build 21343:

You should be able to grab the update now if you’re a Windows Insider in the Dev channel.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.