Windows users rely on the F5 key to refresh File Explorer. macOS manages file updates automatically, but glitches still happen.
Command (⌘) + Option (⌥) + E (Clears cache), then Command (⌘) + R to reload. 📁 Finder and System Refresh Shortcuts macbook refresh shortcut
Press Command + Option + R (or Command + Option + E to empty the cache first). Windows users rely on the F5 key to refresh File Explorer