How Do I Remove File Extensions in Windows 7?

How do you remove a file extension?

Windows users

1. Right-click the file (not the shortcut).
2. Select Rename in the menu.
3. Erase the . txt from myfile. txt and press Enter .
4. Click Yes on the warning about the file becoming unusable if you’re sure you want to delete the file name extension.

How do I change a file extension in Windows 7?

In Windows 7, to change a file extension, first, make sure file extensions are visible using the steps above, then:

1. Click the file to select it, then click once more. …
2. Click and drag over the extension, type the new extension and press Enter.