Earlier this week, Microsoft released optional Windows 11 update KB5070311 , which brings several new features and improvements to the operating system, including File Explorer changes like “a more consistent dark mode experience.”

Unfortunately, the update isn’t without issues. The new File Explorer dark mode, for example, has a bug that may cause headaches.

Microsoft confirms the bug in the “Known issues in this update” section of the update’s support page:

After installing KB5070311, you might experience issues when opening File Explorer in dark mode. The window might briefly display a blank white screen before loading files and folders. This can also occur when you:

Navigate to or from Home or Gallery

Create a new tab

Turn the Details pane on or off

Select More details

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