In Windows, there are several different ways to select multiple files. Some of the most commonly used methods include using the keyboard and mouse together, clicking and dragging a selection box, and using the ‘Ctrl’ key or ‘Shift’ key.
Using Keyboard and Mouse Together:
One way to select multiple files is to use the keyboard and mouse together. To do this, start by clicking on the first file that you want to select with your primary (left/right) mouse button. Then press and hold down the ‘Ctrl’ key and then click on each additional file that you want to select with your mouse. When you have finished selecting all of the files you want, release the ‘Ctrl’ key. All of the files will now be selected.
Clicking and Dragging a Selection Box:
Another way to select multiple files is to click and drag a selection box around them. First, click your primary mouse button anywhere on the screen that does not contain any files. Then, without releasing the button, move your mouse in an up-and-down or side-to-side motion. You will see a box appear on the screen following your mouse. When it encompasses the files that you wish to select, release the mouse button. This will select all of the files contained within the selection box.
Using the ‘Ctrl’ Key or ‘Shift’ Key:
One final method for selecting multiple files is to use the ‘Ctrl’ key or ‘Shift’ key. To do this, click on the first file that you want to select with your primary (left/right) mouse button. Then press and hold down either the ‘Ctrl’ key or ‘Shift’ key, depending on which one you want to use. With the ‘Ctrl’ key, you can select individual files by clicking on each file with your mouse while continuing to hold down the ‘Ctrl’ key. With the ‘Shift’ key, you can select multiple files by clicking on the first file and then Shift+clicking onto the last file. All of the files in between will be selected as well. Once you have selected all of the files you want, release the ‘Ctrl’ or ‘Shift’ key.