Guide_3DS/_pages/en_US/file-extensions-(windows).txt

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This is an add-on section for disabling Windows's default behavior of hiding file extensions.

This will make it easier for you to find the referenced files in the rest of this guide.

### Instructions

#### Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8

1. Launch File Explorer by opening any directory, such as your SD card directory
1. Click the "View" option on the ribbon menu 
1. Check the box labeled "File name extensions"

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#### Windows 7

1. Open the start menu by clicking on it or using the Windows key
1. Search for "Folder Options" and select the corresponding result

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1. Click the "View" option at the top of the Folder Options menu
1. Uncheck the box labeled "Hide extensions for known file types"

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