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How to Show File Extensions in Windows 11

Make Windows display .pdf, .jpg, .docx, .exe and other filename extensions.

Quick Answer

Open File Explorer, select View → Show → File name extensions.

Step by Step

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Select View on the toolbar.
  3. Point to Show.
  4. Select File name extensions.
  5. Windows will now display extensions at the end of filenames.

If That Doesn't Work

  • If you do not see the View menu, maximize File Explorer or use the three-dot menu/options available in your Windows build.
  • For a specific file, right-click it and choose Properties to see its file type.

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