Oct 8, 2023 · Click the "View" tab along the top of the File Explorer window. Mouse over "Show" at the bottom of the drop-down menu, and then click "File Name Extensions" in the sub-menu. …

Oct 13, 2021 · Open File Explorer by clicking the program icon in the taskbar at the bottom of the Windows desktop (you can also type the "Windows + E" shortcut or open a folder by double …

Feb 16, 2025 · Learn how to hide or show file extensions in Windows 11/10 File Explorer via Folder Options, Registry, Group Policy or CMD. It is better to set Windows to show them.

May 31, 2024 · In Windows 11, file extensions can be very helpful in understanding what type of files you’re dealing with. To show file extensions, you need to access the File Explorer settings …

Jun 13, 2024 · Seeing file extensions in Windows 11 is simple and straightforward. By tweaking a few settings in File Explorer, you can easily make file extensions visible. This helps you …

Oct 15, 2025 · In this guide, we have included four methods to view file extensions in Windows 11. You can enable file type for each file from File Explorer, Settings, File Explorer Options, …

Nov 17, 2025 · The easiest way to make Windows computer display File Extensions is by disabling “Hide File Name Extensions” option on the File Explorer screen. 1. Open the File …

Oct 14, 2025 · Open File Explorer by pressing Windows key + E or clicking the folder icon in your taskbar to access the main navigation interface. Navigate to any folder containing files where …

Mar 7, 2025 · In this post, we'll walk you through how to display file name extensions on Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7. By taking follow-up steps, you can easily view and manage your files based …

Sep 20, 2024 · In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to display file extensions in Windows, regardless of your version (Windows 10, 11, or earlier). Why Display File Extensions? Before …