Why Are My Image Thumbnails Not Showing?

Image thumbnails not showing in Windows 11 is usually caused by the incorrect settings being selected, missing or corrupted system files, and a lack of sufficient free space. Fortunately, the causes of this common Windows 11 bug aren’t anything to worry about as the issue can usually be fixed by applying one or two of the below solutions.

How to Fix Windows 11 Thumbnails Not Showing

There are a number of solutions for fixing Windows 11 thumbnail and file icon problems. All of the thumbnail fixes shown below are listed from easiest and fastest to more advanced and time-consuming, so work through them in the order presented. If not, select Other troubleshooters and run the troubleshooters for Windows Store Apps, Search and Indexing, and Program Compatibility Troubleshooter. Select Apply followed by OK to save any changes made.