Recent and pinned items missing in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

If Recent and pinned or Favorite items are missing in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint while opening them, follow these instructions to fix the issue.
PC World

Missing ‘recent files’ app lists in Windows 10’s Start menu are back again

Update on May 5, 2025: According to a Windows 10 support page (spotted by Windows Latest), the removal of “recent files” app jump lists in Windows 10’s Start menu was confirmed to be a bug caused by ...
Android Authority

Your Android phone can now control more of your PC, and here's how

Microsoft is updating its Link to Windows app on Android, enabling you to access your PC more easily. The update allows you to view the PC’s battery status, recent files, and clipboard from your ...
Android Authority

Files by Google is playing with a dynamic new look for your recent files (APK teardown)

Google appears to be prepping a new mechanic for the “Recents” UI in its Files app. A new update reveals Files by Google testing out the same sort of dynamic carousel we see in Google Photos. No ...