Tuesday 7 January 2014

Use check boxes to select multiple files in Windows

Microsoft Windows permits users to possess checkboxes next to every of the files in Windows explorer. this will create it easier and quicker to pick out, copy, cut, and delete multiple files. Follow the below steps to enable this feature on your computer.


  1. Open Windows Explorer by pressing the Windows Key + E.


  2. In Windows Explorer click Tools and then Folder Options.


  3. In Folder Options click the View tab.


  4. In the View tab, scroll down and check the "Use check boxes to select items" option, as shown in the below picture.


  5. Click Apply and then Ok to save the change.








Once this feature has been enabled, in Windows explorer you will have the choice to check every file or folder by moving your mouse to the left of the name and choosing the check box. Below is an example of this feature enabled in Windows explorer and some of the check boxes checked.




Bonus Tip: You can also press and hold the Ctrl key to select multiple files, without having to use checkboxes. 

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