Windows 11 lets you see other computers in the same local area networks (LAN) to access remote resources, such as shared folders, printers, or applications.
If you have to access another computer’s resources, File Explorer is the primary application you should use on Windows 11. However, you first need to enable the feature to discover network devices in the network.
This guide will teach you the easy steps to quickly find other computers connected to the local network on Windows 11.
Find network computers on Windows 11
Enable Network Discovery on Windows 11 21H2
Enable Network Discovery on Windows 11 22H2
Find network computers on Windows 11
To find computers in the network on Windows 11, use these steps:
Open File Explorer.
Click on Network from the left pane.
See the computers available in the network (discovery may take a few moments).
Double-click the device to access its shared resources, such as shared folders or printers.
Once you complete the steps, you can access the device resources (such as printers and files) as long as you use the correct account and password.
Click the message at the bottom of the ribbon and select the “Turn on Network Discovery and file sharing” option.
Click the “No, make the network that I am connected to a private network” option (if applicable).
After you complete the steps, you should now be able to see other computers in the local network through File Explorer on Windows 11.
Enable Network Discovery on Windows 11 22H2
Starting on version 22H2, the advanced sharing settings are only available through the Settings app.
To enable Network Discovery on Windows 11 22H2, use these steps:
Open Settings.
Click on Network & internet.
Click the Ethernettab.
Quick note: If you have a wireless connection, click on Wi-Fi and the connection properties options to access the adapter settings.
Under the “Network profile type” section, select the Private profile type.
Click the “Advanced network settings” tab.
Under the “More settings” section, click on “Advanced sharing settings.”
Click the Private networks setting.
Turn on the Network discovery toggle switch.
Check the “Set up network connected devices automatically” option.
Once you complete the steps, File Explorer will show devices through the “Network” page.
The “Advanced sharing settings” page also includes the option to enable Network Discovery for public networks and even all networks. However, usually, you only need to allow discovery in a private network. You can also try these instructions to troubleshoot and fix Network Discovery.
In Windows, search for and open View network computers and devices . The Network window opens and displays computers and devices detected on the network. Double-click the name of the computer or device to access it.If prompted, enter the user name and password to connect to the computer or device.
Press Windows key + E to open File Explorer. Click Network in the panel to the left. Click the computer you want to access. If you don't see the computer listed, type \\[computer-name] in the address bar at the top.
There may be many reasons for the “computers not showing up in network” issue. Problems may occur when trying to connect to the network or reconfigure the entire network. Another reason is incorrect Windows updates, as well as network configuration and adapter issues.
Restart your computer, open the Network, and check if nearby Windows computers are displayed. If these tips did not help, and the computers in the workgroup are still not displayed, try to reset the network settings (Settings -> Network and Internet -> Status -> Network Reset). Then you need to reboot the computer.
Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box. Type "cmd" and press Enter to open the Command Prompt. In the Command Prompt window, type "arp -a" and press Enter. This command will display a list of devices connected to your network, along with their IP addresses and physical addresses (MAC addresses) [1].
On Windows, type the command “ipconfig” and press Return. Get more information by typing the command “arp -a.” You should now see a basic list of the IP addresses for devices connected to your network.
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