Is it possible to open a folder in windows explorer from metro app?

Question

Hi!

In Win8 Start Menu, I can open a folder in windows explorer from [Open file location] button in appbar. Like this: 

So, in metro app, is there any API to open a folder in windows explorer?

Answer 1

For this, have you checked FileOpenPicker class ?

http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/apps/BR207847

Answer 2

Hi, 

FileOpenPicker class is used to open a Metro Style window like this:

But I want to open a folder in windows explorer like this:

Is there any suggestion?

Answer 3

No, this is not possible.

--Rob

Answer 4

Not possible, the window style you are asking is not referred to metro style apps, it is a desktop apps style, you should use the type of first image you posted. 

Answer 5

Thanks.