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.

We show you multiple ways using which you can change File Type.r Extensions or Format on Windows 11/10. You can also use the Command Prompt.

2. Click Show or hide file extensions. 3. In the Folder Options box that appears, clear the checkbox next to Hide extensions for known file types, then click OK.

Although some Explorer views eliminate the need to reveal file extensions, the options is there if you want it.

The default setting for Windows is to not display a file's extension. Therefore, when viewing files in Windows you would only see the portion of the filename that precedes the last period in ...