You're probably aware that most files have an extension such as TXT or EXE after the file name, even though these are not always displayed in Windows. File extensions are how Windows knows what to do ...

This is one of the easiest ways to change a file type on Windows 11/10. You just need to right-click on the file you want to change the type and rename the file type too in the process. There is no ...

Last week I covered some basic file management tips in “Windows Explorer Explained: Tips for Newbies“–and the article was so popular that I figured I should just keep going. So this week I’ll stick ...

To rename a group of files with a single command, use the rename command. It requires the use of regular expressions and can tell you what changes will be made before making them. For decades, Linux ...

Here's the dilemma: You're stuck with dozens (or hundreds) of files in Windows that have awkward names. This typically happens with photos shot on a smartphone and then transferred to your computer, ...

While renaming specific files or folders, many users have reported facing Error 0x800700CE, The filename or extension is too long. The error message also prevents the ...

A reader who wishes to remain anonymous would prefer to forego some busy work. He writes: I’ve been working on a project for a couple of months where I created a few hundred files using this naming ...

For iOS 16 and later, Apple has introduced a macOS feature in the Files app that allows you to convert file formats on your iPhone without needing any third-party apps. If you often download or ...

In early versions of Mac OS, users looking for a way to quickly rename multiple files simultaneously (commonly referred to as batch renaming) had to use the command line or download and install a ...