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Difficulty: EasyWindows Control Panel Utilities

A desktop technician is troubleshooting a software issue on a Windows workstation and needs to make hidden operating system files visible and display file extensions for known file types. Which of the following Control Panel applets should the technician use to adjust these settings?

  1. File Explorer OptionsAnswer
  2. B
    Administrative Tools
  3. C
    System
  4. D
    Programs and Features

Answer

File Explorer Options is the correct applet for changing file visibility settings and displaying hidden files or extensions.
File Explorer Options allows technicians to configure file and folder view settings, such as revealing hidden files, showing system files, and displaying file extensions for known file types.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the required operational task
The technician needs to show hidden files and reveal file extensions for known file types.
Troubleshooting often requires accessing hidden system files and identifying exact file extensions.
2
Select the appropriate Windows Control Panel applet
Open File Explorer Options (or Folder Options in earlier Windows versions).
File Explorer Options controls directory navigation, search settings, and view preferences including hidden files and extensions.
3
Navigate to the View tab
Modify settings under Advanced settings to show hidden files and unhide file extensions.
These specific display settings are located within the View tab of File Explorer Options.

Key Concept

Windows Control Panel Utilities - File Explorer Options
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