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what is a php file and how can I open it

Hi, I have a file on my desktop, which I have apparently saved myself, but for the life of me, I can't remember what it is.   I think it might have to do with downloading pictures to or from my cell phone, but I am not sure. The file looks like a faded document, and at the bottom says: photo.php. I tried downloading some aps recommended by Windows 8. This opens it  but all I see there is a bunch of what I call gibberish.

 

I would like to know what does a php file usually refers to, and if there is a way to open it.

I also would like to know if there is a software I can use to change extension files, in photos, audio and videos. I use to use NHC, but that only worked on videos.

 

Not sure of category of topic, so I chose at random. Sorry

 

I have Windows 8, IE10, Office 2010 and AVG free,

 

Your help is much appreciated...Edie

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A text editor is an application that reads text - such as Notepad. php files are a type of web file and if valid should open in your browser.

You can use Windows Explorer to rename files and change the extension ( select the filename and press F2 or right click and rename) but as I already said this will not change the content of the file. It just makes it more difficult for Windows to identify it.
Graham Mayor (Microsoft Word MVP 2002-2019)
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