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File & Folder Management
You probably work with files and folders every day: maybe you open a document file, or save a video file, or move a music file. The idea of files and folders themselves are probably second nature to any computer user.
Sometimes, however, especially when you're trying to fix certain kinds of problems, you have to do things you might not be used to: configuring Windows to show files it normally hides, deleting unnecessary files, recovering accidentally deleted files, or maybe even repairing certain kinds of files.
These file and folder how-to's and tutorials should help in a lot of these situations:
How Do I Change the Default Program for a Specific File Extension?
Links to operating specific instructions for changing the program that starts when opening a file of a particular format.
How Do I Copy a File in Windows?
Learn how to copy (create an exact duplicate) of a file in any version of Windows.
How Do I Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows?
Hidden files are normally "hidden" from view in Windows but if they're not on your computer, you can hide hidden files and folders by making a simple settings change in Control Panel.
How Do I Recover Deleted Files?
You can recover a deleted file using the Recycle Bin. A file recovery program can be used if the Recycle Bin has already been emptied.
How Do I Recover Files That I've Deleted?
A file recovery program is your best bet if you've deleted a file that you wish you hadn't!
How Do I Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows?
You must configure Windows to show hidden files and folders because they're hidden from view by default. Show hidden files and folders with these easy steps.
How To Burn an ISO Image File to a CD, DVD or BD
Easy how-to guide for burning an ISO file to a disc.
How To Repair Damaged or Corrupted Thumbs.db Files
Thumbs.db files, files which contain copies of the small thumbnail images seen when viewing photos or pictures in folders in Windows, can sometimes become damaged or corrupted which can cause some very specific problems in Windows.
How To Restore Deleted Files From the Recycle Bin
An easy how-to on recovering files you've deleted that are sitting in the Recycle Bin.
Step by Step Guide to Burning an ISO File to a Disc
A screenshot-based walkthrough on burning an ISO image to a disc.