Starting with Windows 10 version 1903, File Explorer includes a new option to use friendly dates to show dates in a friendly conversational format. For example, “5 hours ago,” instead of “1/2/2019 1:15 PM.” In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to list files and folders using the friendly dates format options in File Explorer available starting with version 1903 (19H1).

How to show friendly dates using Folders options How to show friendly dates using File Explorer options

How to show friendly dates using Folders options

To use the new conversational date format when using the “Details” view in File Explorer, use the steps: Once you’ve completed the steps, when using the “Details” view, the “Date modified” column and any other date column that you may be using will display dates using the new friendly format. File Explorer, View tab Folder options, Use friendly dates option

How to show friendly dates using File Explorer options

Alternatively, you can also switch to the friendly dates on Windows 10 using these steps: After completing the steps, dates will show with new friendly format. Right-click, Use friendly dates option If you don’t see these settings, it’s because you’re not running the version that supports this feature. The friendly dates format is available starting with Windows 10 version 1903 and later. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.