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Bug: Opening folder from external source does not honor dual pane settings #7748

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When opening a folder, say from Explore (right-click on a folder on desktop and "Open") or other source (e.g. Download menu in Edge browser) then folder is opened in a new tab but in single-pane only mode.

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  • Files is set as the default file browser
  • Multitasking > Enable dual pane setting "On"
  • Multitasking > Always open tabs in dual pane mode setting "On"

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Expected behavior

Folder should open in a new tab in DUAL PANE mode.

Folder should display in left tab.

"Home" should display in right tab.

Files Version

2.1.2

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22000.466

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