File
What is a File?
Definition
A file is a single unit of stored digital information on a computer, such as a document, image, video, or spreadsheet. Each file has a name and format and is saved within the computer’s file system for later access. This structure allows information to be stored, reopened, edited, and reused over time.
Frayer Model Overview
Characteristics
Contains specific data or content
Has a name that identifies it
Usually has a file type or extension that indicates its format
Stored inside a folder on a storage device
Can be opened, saved, or moved by the system
Examples
A Word document file containing written text
A PDF file with a form or reading
An image file such as a photo or screenshot
A spreadsheet file with numbers and formulas
A downloaded file saved from a website
Non-Examples
A folder that holds multiple files
An application or program itself
A menu or toolbar
A window showing file contents
A physical paper document