How to group downloads into folders vs. files

[Microsoft Windows]

My downloads used to automatically group with folders first, then individual files. It no longer does that and I cannot figure out how to reinstate this. Is it possible with Windows 11?I have tried sorting by date last modified which helps me find recent files. However, that doesn't help me find older folders that contain important files, like tax information. I know I could benefit from deleting some of my old files but right now I simply need to organize the most important ones. I have some visual limitations that make trial and error time-consuming and uncomfortable. Please help.

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