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Feature: Expand to current folder in Tree View

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Dominant language
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Description

### What feature or improvement do you think would benefit Files?

Add option to expand to current folder in Tree View sidebar.

### Requirements

- Add option to expand to current folder in Tree View sidebar.
- Figure out various behaviors.

### Files Version

v4.1.6

### Windows Version

NA

### Comments

_No response_

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Research direction

Start by locating the Tree View sidebar implementation and review how the current folder is identified and selected. Clarify the expected expansion behaviors with the issue discussion, then implement the option and verify that expanding to the current folder works consistently in the sidebar.

Written by the indexing model from the issue text.

Assessment

Tech stack
csharp
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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