In this session, you will learn how to carry out basic digital tasks using a computer.
HOW TO CREATE A FOLDER
Create a folder called Week 1 inside Documents or on your USB drive.
Create Your Folder
Follow the guide and create a folder called:
Save Your Work
Save all today’s work inside your new folder.
Checklist
- ☐ I opened File Explorer
- ☐ I created my Week 1 folder
- ☐ I can find my folder again
- ☐ I saved my work inside the folder
Remember
Saving work inside folders helps keep your files organised.
MANAGING DOWNLOADS
Learn how to download files, open Downloads, and locate your downloaded worksheet.
Download the Worksheet
Click the green download button to begin downloading the worksheet.
Open Downloads
Open File Explorer and click Downloads from the left-hand side.
Find Your File
Locate your downloaded worksheet and double click to open it.
Checklist
- ☐ I downloaded the worksheet
- ☐ I opened Downloads
- ☐ I found my downloaded file
- ☐ I opened the worksheet
Remember
Most downloaded files are saved inside the Downloads folder.
SAVING FILES
Learn how to enable editing and save your completed work inside your Lesson 2 folder.
Enable Editing
When the document opens, click the yellow button:
Save Your Work
Click:
Save Inside Lesson 2
Save your completed worksheet inside your:
Rename your file:
Checklist
- ☐ I clicked Enable Editing
- ☐ I used Save As
- ☐ I saved inside Lesson 2
- ☐ I renamed my file
- ☐ I can find my file again
Remember
Saving your work correctly helps keep your files organised and easy to find later.
Accessibility Settings
Learn how to make your computer easier to use by changing accessibility settings.
⬇ Download ExerciseUnderstanding Computer Icons
Learn how to recognise common computer icons and understand what they are used for.
⬇ Download ExerciseInteractive File Management Quiz
Select the correct answer for each question.
Question 1
What is the purpose of a folder?
Question 2
Which program helps you view folders and files on a computer?
Question 3
Where are downloaded files usually saved?
Question 4
What should you click before typing into some downloaded Word documents?
Question 5
Why is saving files in the correct folder important?
Question 6
What does “Save As” allow you to do?
Question 7
Which of these is good file management?
Question 8
What should you do after finishing your work?