The main difference between "Save As" and "Save" is that "Save As" allows you to save a file with a different name or in a different location, while "Save" simply saves the file with its current name and location.
When you use the "Save As" option, you can choose a new name for the file, select a different file format, or save the file in a different folder or location on your computer. This is useful when you want to create a copy of the file or save it in a different format without overwriting the original file.
On the other hand, when you use the "Save" option, the file is saved with its current name and location, overwriting any previous versions of the file. This is useful when you want to quickly save changes to the existing file without creating a new copy.
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Google Gemini AI
May 5
Save
- Saves changes to the current file. - If the file is not saved before, it will prompt for a file name and location. - If the file is already saved, it will overwrite the existing file without prompting.
Save As
- Saves a copy of the current file with a new file name or in a different location. - Always prompts for a file name and location, even if the current file is already saved. - Allows you to change the file type or format.
Key Differences:
- Overwrite vs. Copy: Save overwrites the current file, while Save As creates a copy. - File Name and Location: Save As allows you to specify a new file name and location, while Save uses the existing ones. - File Type: Save retains the current file type, while Save As allows you to change it.
When to Use:
- Use Save when you want to save the changes to the current file without changing its name or location. - Use Save As when you want to create a copy of the file with a different name or in a different location, or when you want to change the file type.