Tech Article: Turning on Windows File Extensions


Summary

If file extensions are hidden you will not see true file names such as "setup.exe" rather you will see just "setup". This creates a problem when installing and choosing the database.


Turn on file extensions in Windows

Open My Computer and select the
View menu
... Options or Folder Options

 

In the Folder Options window, select the View tab.
Find "Hidden Files" and select "Show all Files"

 

Now you can do see true filenames in Windows