How to Access and Edit Files Stored with Different Names and in Other Folders in Windows 11

Access and Edit Files Stored in Different Folders on Windows 11

Windows 11 comes with a modern and user-friendly interface, making it easy for users to access, edit, and organize files stored in different folders. This article will provide you with detailed guidance on how to manage your files in Windows 11.

Accessing Files

To access files in Windows 11, simply open the File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon on the taskbar or by pressing the Windows + E keys simultaneously. You will then be presented with a window showing various locations of your files, such as Quick Access, This PC, Network, and OneDrive.

# Access File Explorer using keyboard shortcut
Windows + E

Files Organized by Default

When you first install Windows 11, your files will be organized in the following default folders:

• Desktop: A place for files you use frequently.
• Documents: For storing text documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Downloads: Automatically stores files downloaded from the Internet.
• Music: For audio files.
• Pictures: For image files.
• Videos: For video files.

Changing File Locations

If you want to change the location of a specific file, you can simply cut and paste it into the desired folder. However, if you want to change the default save location for a particular file type, follow the steps below:

1. In the File Explorer, click on See more options (...) on the top right corner, and then click on Options.
2. In the Folder Options window, click on the General tab.
3. Under Save files in these folders by default, click on the appropriate file type and then click on Move.
4. Select the new folder and then click on Apply followed by OK.

Creating and Naming New Folders

To create a new folder in Windows 11, follow these steps:

1. Open the File Explorer and navigate to the location where you want to create the new folder.
2. Right-click in an empty space and then click on New followed by Folder.
3. Type a name for the folder, and then press Enter.

Moving Files Between Folders

To move files betwee ```less en folders, you can follow these steps:

1. Open the File Explorer and navigate to the location of the file that you want to move.
2. Right-click on the file, and then click on Cut.
3. Navigate to the destination folder and then click on Paste.

Deleting Files and Folders

To delete files and folders in Windows 11, follow these steps:

1. Open the File Explorer and navigate to the location of the file or folder that you want to delete.
2. Right-click on the file or folder, and then click on Delete.

Please note that删除文件或文件夹后，它们会被移动到Recycle Bin，可以在Desktop上找到。如果您想彻底删除文件或文件夹，请在回收站内右键点击所需项目并选择永久删除。

• Windows 11 provides user-friendly interfaces for accessing, editing, and organizing files.
• Files are organized by default in specific folders.
• You can change the location of a file or the default save location for a file type.
• You can create, name, and move files between folders.
• Deleted files are moved to the Recycle Bin, where you can either restore them or permanently delete them.

References

• Books
  • Microsoft. (2021). Windows 11 For Dummies.
• Articles
  • Microsoft. (2022). Change a folder's location.
  • TechRepublic. (2021). How to manage files and folders in Windows 11.
• Online Resources
  • Microsoft. (2022). File Explorer in Windows 11.