How do I get the name of a file?

In the age of technology, it is common to find ourselves with the need to get the name of a file on our device. Whether to organize our documents or to use them in programming code, knowing the name of a file is essential on many occasions. Fortunately, there are several easy ways to achieve this goal, regardless of whether you are using a computer, smartphone, or any other electronic device. Here we show you some practical ways to get the name of a file on different platforms.

– Step by step ➡️ How to get the name of a file?

• Step 1: Open the file explorer on your computer.
• Step 2: Navigate to the location of the file you want to get the name of.
• Step 3: Right-click on the file.
• Step 4: In the drop-down menu that appears, select the “Properties” option.
• Step 5: In the properties window, look for the section that shows the file name.
• Step 6: Copy the file name or make a note of it to use it according to your needs.

Q&A

1. How to get the name of a file in Windows?

1. Open the file explorer on your computer.
2. Navigate to the location of the file you want to get the name of.
3. Right-click on the file.
4. Select "Properties" from the drop-down menu.
5. The file name will be in the basic information section.

2. How to get a file name on Mac?

1. Open the Finder on your Mac.
2. Go to the location of the file you want to know the name of.
3. Right-click (or Control-click) the file.
4. Select "Get information" from the drop-down menu.
5. The file name will be at the top of the information window.

3. How to get the name of a file in Linux?

1. Open the terminal on your Linux distribution.
2. Navigate to the location of the file you are interested in.
3. Type the command ls -l and press Enter.
4. The file name will be listed along with other details such as size and permissions.

4. How to get the name of a file in the browser?

1. Open the web browser on your computer.
2. Access the website where the file is located.
3. Right click on the link to the file.
4. Select “Save link as” or “Download link as”.
5. The file name will appear as the default save option.

5. How to get a file name in an email?

1. Open your email client and look for the email that contains the file.
2. Click to open the email.
3. The file name will be visible in the body of the email or as a download link.

6. How to get the name of a file on Android phone?

1. Open the “Files” app on your Android phone.
2. Navigate to the file location.
3. Press and hold the file until additional options appear.
4. Select "Details" or "Properties."
5. The file name will be visible in the new window.

7. How to get the name of a file on iPhone phone?

1. Open the "Files" app on your iPhone.
2. Navigate to the location of the file you are interested in.
3. Press and hold the file to see options.
4. Select "Get information".
5. The file name will be visible at the top of the information window.

8. How to get the name of a file in Google Drive?

1. Open Google Drive in your browser or mobile device.
2. Navigate to the file location on your Drive.
3. Right-click on the file.
4. Select “Get Info” or “Details.”
5. The file name will be visible in the information window.

9. How to get the name of a file in Dropbox?

1. Open Dropbox in your browser or mobile device.
2. Navigate to the file location in your Dropbox.
3. Click on the file to open it.
4. The file name will be visible at the top of the file viewer.

10. How to get the name of a file on a USB stick?

1. Connect the USB drive to your computer.
2. Open file explorer and navigate to the location of the USB stick.
3. Right click on the file inside the USB stick.
4. Select "Properties" from the drop-down menu.
5. The file name will be visible in the basic information section.
   
   

   Sebastian Vidal

   I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.