Many people seem to have problems installing files to the MS sims. I suspect a lot of this is due to unfamiliarity with the PC, the standard Windows functions in particular. At the very least a basic knowledge of managing files in Windows Explorer is essential.
Familiarity with simple word processing features is also useful.

It occurred to me that it might be an idea to describe the more common Windows standard functions.
These are common to all versions of Windows but might vary slightly depending on the version you have. I'm using WinMe in these examples.

Windows Explorer

This is the Windows file manager which is used for working with all files on the various drives on your PC.
It can be accesessed from the Windows Explorer, Explorer or My Computer icons on your desktop.

It might look daunting at first but once you understand the principles, managing files is surprisingly simple.
Providing you keep away from the Windows System folders you will not come to any serious harm.

Before going any further please read my Working with Windows article. Open any folder in Windows Explorer & set the Folder Options as described.

Standard Windows Features & Functions

These are common to all versions of Windows. They can also be used in word processors & many other programs/utilities.

Selecting Files

To work with files & folders you must first select them. Selected files will change colour. This is known as highlighting.

Single files/folders. To select a single file or folder click on the icon.

Multiple Files/Folders. Click on the first file in the folder. Then hold down the Shift key & click on another one.
All files between the two selected ones will now be selected.

If you hold down the Ctrl key instead, individual files can be selected.

All files/folders. To select all files in a folder use the Edit/Select All menu bar option, keyboard shortcut or one of the above methods.

Once the file(s)/folder(s) are selected, different functions can be performed. In most cases this will involve moving them from one location to another.

There are various methods for using most Windows functions. They can be selected from the Menu Bar, the Right-click mouse options or with Keyboard Shortcuts (Hot Keys). I use a variety of all these methods depending on which function I'm using.
These are the most common commands for everyday file management.

Text Editing

The standard Windows commands can be used for editing text in most word processors, text editors, web pages & e-mails.

To select text for editing, drag the mouse across it to highlight the desired words or paragraphs