How to Open HEIC Files on Windows Install HEIF Image Extensions: Download and install the HEIF Image Extensions from the Microsoft Store to enable native support for HEIC files on Windows.

On Windows 11, you can change the format of a file in multiple ways through File Explorer, Command Prompt, and from a compatible application. In this guide, I'll show you how.

File Explorer is one of the most essential tools in Windows 11, but you may not know everything about it. Let's take a closer look.