I have an annoying issue where Windows Explorer crashes whenever I open a folder with .avi files. A Google search reveals the issue is to do with how Windows tries to load the complete file where codecs are unknown or incomplete and/or something to do with Windows trying to load a preview that freezes the whole explorer system.
The files in question all play just fine and I never use thumbnail view (only details view)
Suggested fixes include a variety of unproven registry hacks/changes that I am very nervous about, as playing with the registry is well beyond my understanding.
Has anyone done this, or have an alternative fix that they can recommend?
Thanks