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How to show file extensions

In order to see the file extensions you may need to change the settings in your operating system.

If you are using Vista and Windows 7
  • Click Start
  • Click on Computer
  • Click on Organize, then on Folders and Search Options
  • Select the View tab
  • Under Advanced settings uncheck Hide extensions for known file types
  • Click on Apply
  • Click OK to exit

If you are using Windows XP
  • Click Start, then on My Computer
  • In the Tools menu, select Folder Options
  • Then select the View tab
  • Under Advanced settings uncheck Hide extensions for known file types
  • Click on Apply
  • Click OK to exit

If you are using Windows 2000 and Windows ME
  • On your desktop double-click on My computer
  • In the Tools menu, select Folder Options
  • Then select the View tab
  • Under Advanced settings uncheck Hide extensions for known file types
  • Click on Apply
  • Click OK to exit

If you are using Mac OS X
  • Under Finder, select Preferences
  • Click on the Advanced tab, check Show all file extensions