Several ways to open files

There are several ways to open files using Microsoft Windows. The way you choose to open the file will depend on how often you need it and the type of file it is. Learning several ways to open files can save you time, since you can use the method that best fits the task.

• Open a file, folder, or program using a desktop icon
• Using the program's open dialog box
• Open a recently used item using the Start menu
• Open a file using Windows Explorer
• Find and open a file using Windows Desktop Search (XP) or the Windows Vista integrated search