How to Show Hidden Files and File Extensions in Windows 10

In this tutorial, we are going to see how to show hidden files and file extensions in Windows 10. By default, Windows 10 hides most file extensions. So when you browse your files, you can’t easily see what type of file it is. Your pdf file, for example, will appear as “file” instead of “file.pdf,” while if you save a web page. It will appear as “homepage” instead of “homepage.html”
 

 
Step 1: Search for “File explorer” in the search box in Windows.
 

 
Step 2: Click on the “View” tab in the file explorer.
 

 
Step 3: Check the box next to “File Name Extensions” to see file extensions.
 
Step 4: Check the box next to “Hidden Items” to see hidden files.