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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.

If you can't change default app by file type in Windows 11/10, then reset the problematic app, remove file type association, etc.

Learn how to use Microsoft PowerToys' New+ feature to quickly create batch templates for any file type in Windows 11, saving time and streamlining your workflow.

Specifying File Types It can sometimes be useful to tell Windows specifically which types of files you want to index. From the Indexing Options screen, shown in Figure 2, click on the Advanced button.

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You may need to search in a Windows 10 computer to find files, folders, or programs. Windows 10's search feature is a quick way to find what you need.