Microsoft hides file extensions in Windows by default even though it's a security risk that is commonly abused by phishing emails and malware distributors to trick people into opening malicious files.

On computers and mobile devices, file extensions are the suffixes that apps append to filenames. When you see an item like "document.docx" for example, the .docx extension tells the computer and the ...

In iOS 16.0 and later, you can make Apple's stock Files app display file extensions for items in the currently viewed folder. Keep reading to learn how it's done. The only issue until recently was ...

Looking for a lost picture or document? Trying to make it easier to view and manage all your files? These tips will help you master File Explorer in Windows 10 and 11. Lance is an experienced writer ...

File Explorer is a file management utility in the Windows operating system. You can use File Explorer for various purposes, such as viewing your files, renaming files, deleting files, and more. You ...

The file manager -- that ubiquitous app everyone takes for granted -- is usually the last thing on your device you ever think about, but one of the first things you use. File managers help us keep our ...