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# Files / Folders




A file is a saved item such as a document or image; a folder is a container used to organize files and other folders.




Files / Folders instructions, reference material, and troubleshooting.


 


## How do I identify a file before changing it?




Check its location, name and extension first. Showing file extensions helps distinguish a document from an executable or shortcut. Renaming an extension does not convert the file, and a familiar name alone does not establish what a file contains.




## What should I check before moving or deleting files?




Confirm that you have the right folder and a usable copy of anything important. A network share or synchronized folder may affect other people. If you see an access error, use a permissions guide instead of repeatedly retrying or changing ownership without understanding who uses the folder.


 


## Guides




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### How to Show File Extensions

Make Windows display extensions such as .pdf, .jpg, and .exe. 6 min · Easy](https://screensie.com/knowledge-base/files-storage/files-folders/show-file-extensions/)