Chapter 7: Windows Operating System and File Management (Set-1)
In Windows, which on-screen area usually contains the Start button, pinned apps, and open app icons for quick switching
A Notification area
B Title bar
C Taskbar
D Desktop background
The taskbar is the long bar (usually at the bottom) that shows the Start button, pinned icons, and running apps, helping you switch and manage open programs quickly.
When you press the Windows key, which interface opens to access apps, search, and power options from one place
A File Explorer
B Control Panel
C Recycle Bin
D Start menu
The Start menu provides a central place to launch apps, search files/settings, view pinned items, and access power options like shutdown, restart, and sleep.
In a typical window, which button minimizes the window to the taskbar without closing it
A Minimize ()
B Close (X)
C Restore Down
D Maximize
Minimize sends the window to the taskbar while keeping it running. You can bring it back by clicking its icon on the taskbar, without losing your open work.
In Windows, what does the “X” button at the top-right of a window generally do
A Minimize window
B Lock screen
C Close window
D Open settings
The close button exits the window or application. If work is unsaved, Windows or the app may prompt you to save changes before closing completely.
Which desktop feature lets you change wallpaper, theme colors, and lock screen appearance in one place
A Disk Management
B Personalization
C Device Manager
D Task Manager
Personalization settings let you change wallpaper, theme, colors, fonts (where available), lock screen, and sometimes icons, helping you customize the desktop look and feel.
Which part of the taskbar often shows small icons for network, volume, battery, and clock
A Title bar
B File pane
C Ribbon menu
D Notification area
The notification area (system tray) shows status icons like Wi-Fi, sound, battery, and time, and it may display alerts from apps and Windows system services.
Which Windows tool is mainly used to browse drives, folders, and files using a left navigation pane and right content view
A Task Manager
B Command Prompt
C File Explorer
D Registry Editor
File Explorer is the standard interface for navigating folders and drives, viewing files, searching, sorting, and performing common file operations like copy, move, rename, and delete.
Which key combination opens File Explorer directly in most Windows versions
A Win + E
B Ctrl + E
C Alt + E
D Win + F
Win + E is a quick shortcut that opens File Explorer immediately, saving time compared to searching or navigating through the Start menu.
In a file path like C:\Users\Rohit\Documents, what does “C:” represent
A Folder name
B File extension
C User profile
D Drive letter
“C:” is the drive letter that identifies a storage volume. Windows uses drive letters (like C:, D:) to label disks, partitions, or connected storage devices.
Which type of path starts from the root of a drive and includes the full location of a file or folder
A Relative path
B Shortcut path
C Absolute path
D Hidden path
An absolute path gives the complete location starting from the drive root, so it always points to the same place regardless of the current folder you are working in.
Which type of path depends on the current folder and does not start with a drive letter
A Absolute path
B Relative path
C System path
D Network path
A relative path is interpreted based on your current folder. It is shorter but can change meaning if you move to a different starting location.
In Windows, what is a file extension used for most commonly
A File size increase
B Encrypt file data
C Identify file type
D Rename drive letter
The extension (like .txt, .jpg, .pdf) helps Windows and apps recognize the file format and decide which program should open it by default.
Which of these is a valid Windows file extension example
A :exe
B /exe
C *exe
D .exe
A dot followed by letters is the common extension format. “.exe” indicates an executable program file that can be run in Windows (with proper permission and safety checks).
Which file attribute makes a file hidden in normal folder views (unless show hidden files is enabled)
A Hidden
B Read-only
C Compressed
D Archived
The Hidden attribute tells Windows to not show the file in normal views. Users can enable “Show hidden files” in Explorer options to display them when needed.
Which attribute usually marks important OS files that Windows warns you about when showing them
A Archive
B Temporary
C System
D Offline
System files are used by Windows for core functions. Windows often hides them by default and warns users, because deleting or changing them can cause errors or boot problems.
Which Windows rule is generally true for file names in common NTFS folders
A No spaces allowed
B Cannot use \ / : * ? ” < > |
C Must be uppercase
D Must include extension
Windows blocks these special characters because they are used by the system for paths, commands, or reserved meanings. Using them could break path interpretation and file access.
Which term describes the organized branching structure of folders inside folders
A Window stack
B Icon grid
C App tray
D Directory tree
A directory tree shows hierarchical folder organization, starting from a root folder or drive, then branching into subfolders and files, making navigation and structure easier to understand.
Which Windows folder is commonly used to store personal documents for a specific user profile
A Program Files
B Windows
C Users
D Temp
The Users folder contains separate profiles for each account. Inside each profile, folders like Documents, Desktop, and Downloads store that user’s personal files and settings.
What is the purpose of the Recycle Bin in Windows
A Temporary delete store
B Encrypt files
C Compress folders
D Scan for malware
When you delete files normally, Windows moves them to the Recycle Bin so you can restore them if deleted by mistake, until the bin is emptied or storage is needed.
Which action permanently removes a file immediately (bypassing Recycle Bin) in many Windows setups
A Ctrl + Z
B Ctrl + C
C Alt + Tab
D Shift + Delete
Shift + Delete skips the Recycle Bin and permanently deletes the file (subject to storage type). It’s useful for confident removal, but risky because easy recovery is reduced.
Which keyboard shortcut copies the selected file or text to the clipboard
A Ctrl + X
B Ctrl + V
C Ctrl + C
D Ctrl + A
Ctrl + C copies the selected item to the clipboard without removing it. You can then paste it elsewhere using Ctrl + V, creating a duplicate in the new location.
Which keyboard shortcut cuts the selected file or text, preparing it to be moved
A Ctrl + C
B Ctrl + X
C Ctrl + V
D Ctrl + P
Ctrl + X removes the selection from its current place after you paste it elsewhere. It’s commonly used to move files between folders or move text within documents.
Which keyboard shortcut pastes the clipboard content into the current folder or document
A Ctrl + V
B Ctrl + S
C Ctrl + F
D Ctrl + N
Ctrl + V inserts the clipboard content into the current location. It completes copy/paste or cut/paste operations, placing files in a folder or text in a document.
In File Explorer, which operation changes a file’s name without changing its content
A Compress
B Restore
C Refresh
D Rename
Renaming updates the file’s label shown to users. The actual data remains the same, but changing extensions can affect which app opens the file and may cause confusion if misused.
In File Explorer search, which area typically allows searching within the current folder and its subfolders
A Address bar
B Status bar
C Search box
D Title bar
The search box in File Explorer searches the current folder location and usually includes subfolders. You can also apply filters like type, date, or size for faster results.
Which view option shows files with small pictures or previews, useful for images
A Large icons
B Details
C List
D Tiles
Large icons view displays bigger thumbnails for supported file types like photos, helping you identify items visually without opening each file.
Which sorting method helps you quickly find the newest files in a folder
A Sort by Name
B Sort by Type
C Sort by Size
D Sort by Date
Sorting by date (modified or created) places recent files at the top or bottom depending on order, making it easy to locate items you worked on most recently.
What does “zip compression” mainly do to a group of files
A Deletes duplicates
B Adds passwords always
C Reduces stored size
D Converts file types
Zipping compresses files into a single archive, often reducing size and making sharing easier. It keeps folder structure inside the archive and can be extracted back later.
Which option in a file’s Properties window shows size, type, and created/modified dates
A Security
B General
C Sharing
D Previous Versions
The General tab lists basic metadata like file type, size, location, and timestamps. This helps verify file details, storage usage, and whether you are viewing the correct item.
In Windows, which tool is best for seeing running apps, CPU/RAM usage, and ending unresponsive tasks
A Control Panel
B Device Manager
C Disk Cleanup
D Task Manager
Task Manager displays processes and performance details such as CPU, memory, disk, and network usage. It lets you end tasks, manage startup apps, and check app responsiveness.
Which shortcut opens Task Manager directly in most Windows versions
A Ctrl + Alt + L
B Alt + Shift + T
C Ctrl + Shift + Esc
D Win + Shift + E
Ctrl + Shift + Esc opens Task Manager immediately without extra menus, making it fast for checking performance or closing frozen applications.
Which Windows feature switches between open applications using a visual list
A Alt + Tab
B Win + D
C Alt + F4
D Win + L
Alt + Tab shows open windows and lets you cycle through them. It improves productivity when multitasking by quickly moving focus to another running app.
What does Alt + F4 generally do when an application window is active
A Open File Explorer
B Lock the PC
C Open Search
D Close active app
Alt + F4 closes the currently active window or application. If no app is selected, it may show shutdown options depending on Windows version and desktop focus.
Which shortcut shows the desktop instantly by minimizing or hiding open windows
A Win + E
B Win + R
C Win + D
D Win + I
Win + D toggles to the desktop by minimizing open windows. Pressing it again typically restores them, making it useful for quickly accessing desktop icons or files.
Which shortcut opens the Run dialog to quickly start tools like “cmd” or “control”
A Win + L
B Win + R
C Ctrl + R
D Alt + R
The Run dialog allows launching programs and system tools by typing commands. It’s a fast way to open utilities like Command Prompt, Control Panel items, or specific folders.
Which shortcut locks the computer and shows the sign-in screen without shutting down
A Win + D
B Alt + L
C Ctrl + L
D Win + L
Win + L locks the session immediately, protecting privacy. The user account stays logged in, but requires password/PIN to return, which is useful in shared workplaces.
Which Windows feature lets you take a selectable screenshot area and copy it to clipboard quickly
A Win + Shift + D
B Ctrl + Shift + S
C Win + Shift + S
D Alt + Shift + S
This shortcut opens the snipping overlay, allowing you to capture a rectangle, window, or full screen. The capture goes to clipboard and often appears in notifications for saving.
Which place is used to uninstall many desktop programs in classic Windows tools
A Programs and Features
B Device Manager
C Disk Management
D Event Viewer
Programs and Features (in Control Panel) lists installed desktop applications and allows uninstalling or changing them. Removing unused software can free space and reduce background startup load.
In Windows Settings, where do you typically change Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and airplane mode options
A Personalization
B Network & Internet
C Accounts
D System
Network & Internet settings control Wi-Fi/Ethernet connections, IP settings, airplane mode, and related connectivity options, helping users connect to networks and troubleshoot access issues.
Which tool helps you check device drivers and see hardware status like “working properly” or warning symbols
A Disk Cleanup
B Control Panel Home
C Device Manager
D Notepad
Device Manager lists hardware components and their drivers. It helps update or roll back drivers, disable devices, and identify problems through warning icons or error codes.
Which tool shows partitions, volumes, and allows formatting or changing drive letters (with caution)
A System Restore
B Task Scheduler
C Snipping Tool
D Disk Management
Disk Management displays disk partitions and volumes. It allows actions like creating partitions, formatting, assigning drive letters, and checking volume status, which is useful when adding new drives.
Which Windows feature restores system files and settings to an earlier point without deleting personal documents
A Disk Cleanup
B Device Encryption
C System Restore
D Task View
System Restore uses restore points to roll back system settings, drivers, and registry changes. It helps fix issues after updates or installs, while usually keeping personal files unchanged.
What is a “restore point” in Windows mainly used for
A Roll back system changes
B Recover deleted photos
C Increase RAM size
D Speed up downloads
A restore point is a saved snapshot of key system settings and files. If something breaks after an update or driver install, you can revert to that snapshot to recover stability.
Which Windows tool gives basic information like Windows edition, system type, and processor details
A Paint
B Calculator
C WordPad
D System Information
System Information shows hardware and software details such as OS version, BIOS mode, RAM, and components. It helps when troubleshooting, checking compatibility, or sharing specs for support.
Which built-in feature helps protect the computer by monitoring incoming and outgoing network traffic rules
A Disk Defragmenter
B Windows Firewall
C File History
D Magnifier
Windows Firewall filters network traffic using rules. It helps block unauthorized access while allowing trusted apps, improving security especially on public networks.
Which Windows feature helps users with low vision by enlarging parts of the screen
A Narrator
B Sticky Keys
C Magnifier
D On-Screen Keyboard
Magnifier zooms in on the screen to make text and objects easier to see. It’s part of accessibility tools and can follow the mouse pointer or text cursor.
Which accessibility feature allows pressing key combinations one key at a time instead of holding them together
A Filter Keys
B Toggle Keys
C Mouse Keys
D Sticky Keys
Sticky Keys helps users who have difficulty holding multiple keys. It allows shortcuts like Ctrl+Alt+Del to be entered sequentially, improving usability for accessibility needs.
Which file system is most associated with advanced permissions and security features on modern Windows drives
A NTFS
B FAT16
C FAT32
D exFAT
NTFS supports file permissions, encryption options, large files, and reliability features. It is commonly used for Windows system drives and internal disks where security and control are important.
Compared to NTFS, which file system is more likely to have limitations like a 4 GB single-file size limit
A NTFS
B FAT32
C ReFS
D UDF
FAT32 is widely compatible but has limitations, including a maximum 4 GB file size and fewer security features. It is still common on older USB drives and some devices.
Which command-line tool opens a text-based window to run commands like dir, cd, and ipconfig
A WordPad
B File Explorer
C Command Prompt
D Control Panel
Command Prompt (cmd) provides a command-line interface for running system commands, navigating folders, checking network settings, and performing troubleshooting tasks when a graphical tool is slower or unavailable.