There are a few ways to open a text file, depending on what type of file it is and what type of device you’re using. For example, if the file is a plain text file (.txt), there are multiple ways to open it.
On Desktop Computers:
If you are using a normal desktop computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux), you can use the default application associated with the type of file you are trying to open. Generally, plain text files will be opened by either Notepad (on Windows) or TextEdit (on Mac).
First, find the file you want to open in your computer’s file explorer. Next, right-click on the file and select “Open with…”. A new window will appear with a list of programs that you can use to open the file. Select the program you want to use (such as Notepad or TextEdit) and the file should open.
On Mobile Devices:
If you are using a mobile device (iPhone, iPad, or Android device) to open a text file, you can use the built-in “Files” or “My Files” app to locate and open the file.
First, open the “Files” or “My Files” app on your device. Depending on your device, you may need to tap on a folder icon or the magnifying glass icon to search for the file. Once you have located the file, tap on it to open it.
If you are using an iPhone or iPad, you may also be able to open the file directly from another app such as “Mail” or “Notes”. To do this, locate the file in the app and then tap and hold on the file until a menu appears. From the menu, select “Open in…” and then select the app you want to use to open the file.
Online Text Editors:
If you are unable to open the text file with the methods mentioned above, there is another option. Online text editors like Google Docs, Microsoft Word Online, and Zoho Writer allow you to open, edit, and save text files directly in your web browser.
To use these online text editors, simply visit the website and upload the file you want to open. Once the file is uploaded, you can start editing it right away. Your changes will be saved automatically and you can export the file when you are finished editing.