The type of file is indicated by the extension of the file, and because the extension is unrestricted, the types of files are unrestricted. File extensions are an important way to Win7 operating system identification files, so understanding common file extensions can be a great help for learning and managing files.
In general, files can be divided into text files, solid images and photo files, compressed files, audio files, and video files.
1. text file type
A text file is a typical sequential file, and the logical structure of the file belongs to the streaming file.
2. Image and photo file types
Image files are generated by the image program, or by scanning, digital camera and other methods.
3. Compressed file type
The compressed algorithm can save the storage space effectively by packaging the files generated after compression.
4. audio file type
The audio file type is a sound file generated by recording and compressing.
5, Video file type
Produced by a professional animation software or by a shooting method.
6. Other common types
Other common type extensions are shown in the following table.
Different file types, often their icons are not the same, view the same way, so only the appropriate software installed to view the contents of the file.