I have had this problem for 2 days now and it is a real issue!
Windows Explorer in Windows 8.1 is now unnecessarily slow and dosnt load any "Computer Hardware" photos below, as it should. 

I can't even see file extensions or file thumnails, 

The VIEW Tab has seem to disable to Folder Options and How files are viewed. 

I think its malware but I have had a firm check and used all cleaners avalibale to to help solve the problem .

Help is much appreciated. 

When I access the "My Computer" section, nothing loads and the loader bar keeps going but eventually never loads my C: and other hardware. as it should do in 2 secs!!


The View Tab: Options and File icons are disabled when they should be available! 


Folder Thumbnails are missing