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  • Question
    What is the difference between a file and a folder?
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    A file is like a document, something that you have created and saved. This could be a PowerPoint presentation, Word document, photo, etc. A folder is the location on your computer where you can store your files, pictures, and other items digitally.
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    How do I save a document in a file?
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    Click on the "Save As" option when you have finished working. Browse the file where you want to save it. Click on "Save." The computer will automatically save the document in your desired file.
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    How do I create a file on a computer?
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    Right click anywhere on your desktop or inside an Explorer window, then highlight New. Select the new file type you want, and click it. If you want to create a new file of a type not included in this list, you'll have to create it from within the program you're using. Most programs have a menu that allows you to save a file of the type generated by that program.
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    Can you explain the steps for creating a file name?
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    That's Step 5. Just type in whatever name you like or makes sense for the file you created. There are no rules about it, as long as you don't use weird characters/punctuation that it won't accept (which it will tell you if you do).
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    Where do I find the file?
    TheWikiHowFurry
    Community Answer
    You can put it on your desktop for easy access.
  • Question
    How do I find out what computer sound card I have?
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    Similar to typing "my ip" into Google to find out your internet protocol address, you can search "my sound card" and it will tell you which sound card you have.
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    How do I add stuff to my file (such as music)?
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    Save any document, MP3, JPEG, PNG, etc. in the same way. Choose the location where you want to save it. Use Save As to be specific.
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    How do I copy and paste something?
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    First you select the target and highlight it by pressing the left mouse button while moving over it. Then either right click it and click "copy" or click on Ctrl and C. Finally move to the area where you want the target, right click, then click "paste" or Ctrl and V.
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    What is a computer sound card?
    TheWikiHowFurry
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    It is a card installed on your computer that allows you to hear audio.
  • Question
    What is the main benefit of compressing files?
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    The main benefit is that the files take up less space on your computer. For example, a file that is 1 gigabyte in size could compress down to 0.1 gigabytes in size so you can move it around easier or store more stuff on your computer. However, usually the files will have to be uncompressed to be usable.
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    On the "Save As" menu, should I use "Text Document" or select something else?
    JumpingDragon
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    Most of the time, unless you're planning on programming, you won't need to change this. It simply gives you the option to change it in case a different program won't understand a certain type.
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    Which key creates a new file quickly in a word processor?
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    Ctrl + n will create a new file in word processor.
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    Where do I find the file?
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    You can find the file in the same location where you saved it. If you aren't sure where it's saved, you should be able to find your file by searching in Windows Explorer or File Explorer. If you downloaded a file and are looking for it, I'd suggest opening up File Explorer and looking through the Downloads folder.
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    Can I send the entire file or is there a limit on how much data I can send at once?
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    You can send the entire file at once if the format supports it. Check to be sure the size of the file is acceptable according to the format in which your files have been stored.
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    Will Cortana let me dictate a letter to her?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can use Cortana together with OneNote to dictate a letter.
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    How do I secure my file?
    Community Answer
    You can Google how to make your files invisible.
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    Can I insert a picture in Notepad?
    Denneisk
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    You cannot insert an image into a text document, but you can insert a link, use ascii art, or use a different file format such as Microsoft Word documents.
  • Question
    How do I create a file?
    TheWikiHowFurry
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    Go on your desktop and right-click, and hover over "New," there you can create a new file.
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    How do I save a document?
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    If you are in Word, just go to "file" and press "save as", then name it and put the document in the folder you want.
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