How to change file types in Windows 11 While changing your file extension is a relatively straightforward process, changing the file type or format is not as simple and will require a converting tool.

On Windows 11, you can change the format of a file in multiple ways through File Explorer, Command Prompt, and from a compatible application. In this guide, I'll show you how.

Do you want to open a file type or link with a specific app? Here's how to change the default app settings on Windows 11.