How to Duplicate Files on Windows?

You can duplicate files on Windows using a few simple methods:

1. Copy and Paste:

This is the most straightforward way to duplicate files:

1. Select the file(s) you want to duplicate.
2. Right-click on the selected file(s) and choose Copy.
3. Navigate to the desired location where you want the duplicate files to be saved.
4. Right-click in the empty space and choose Paste.

2. Drag and Drop:

This method is similar to copy and paste but offers a more visual approach:

1. Select the file(s) you want to duplicate.
2. Drag the selected files to the desired location.
3. Release the mouse button to drop the files.

3. Using the File Explorer:

This method provides more control over the duplication process:

1. Open File Explorer.
2. Navigate to the folder containing the file(s) you want to duplicate.
3. Select the file(s) you want to duplicate.
4. Right-click on the selected file(s) and choose Copy.
5. Navigate to the desired location for the duplicated files.
6. Right-click in the empty space and choose Paste.

4. Using the Keyboard Shortcut:

You can also use a keyboard shortcut to copy and paste files:

1. Select the file(s) you want to duplicate.
2. Press Ctrl + C to copy the file(s).
3. Navigate to the desired location for the duplicated files.
4. Press Ctrl + V to paste the file(s).

Remember that all these methods create a new copy of the original file(s). Changes made to the duplicated files will not affect the original files, and vice versa.