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There are many ways to create files on a personal computer running Windows operating systems. This will vary depending on the file you want to create, but usually you just need to open an app in the Start menu and use the tool to create the desired file type. You can also create blank files in File Explorer. This article will guide you on how to create files on Windows.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Use File Explorer

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   . File Explorer has an icon that looks like a folder with a blue clip. You can see it in the toolbar at the bottom of the screen or in the Windows Start menu.
   • You can also open File Explorer by pressing ⊞ Win+E on the keyboard or right-click on the Start menu and make selections File Explorer.

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   . If left as default, this button is located in the lower left corner of the Windows taskbar. When you click, you will see the Windows Start menu.

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   Click an application. Windows has many pre-installed programs. You can use Paint or Paint3D To create and edit image files, use Video Editor to create and edit video files. You can use Notepad to create text file. You can also use installed applications like Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, or a third-party media file editor. Select the application to create or edit the desired file type.
   • If you don't see the app you want to open in the Start menu, type a name in the search bar in the lower left corner of the screen to search.
   • You can download and install many free programs to replace the paid programs. For example, Libre Office is a free program that can be used instead of Microsoft Office, and GIMP is a free alternative to Photoshop. There are also many free video editing programs like Shotcut and Openshot.

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   Create and edit files. Depending on the type of file you want to create, you may need to click the menu File and choose new to create a new blank file. Once the file is created, use the in-app tools to create and edit the file.

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   Click the menu File. The position of the menu will vary depending on the application, but usually you will see a menu bar with buttons. File at top.

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   Click Save As (Save As) in the menu.

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   Type a name for the file next to the word "Filename". This is the step in making the file formatted on your computer.

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   Select the file type in the "Save As Type" menu. Many applications allow you to select the desired file type for which to be saved. Example: In Photoshop, you can decide whether to save the image as a PSD (Photoshop), JPEG, PNG, or GIF file.

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   Click Save (Save). This step is to save the file with the filename and file type you have chosen. advertisement