Obtaining
Can be found in inmates' desks, on knocked out inmates, or bought. [1]
Usage
The File is used to craft items and cut Fences, Vent Covers and Slats. It exists in all three Escapists games. It has 10 uses in TE1, and 4 in TE2. Note that although the File itself also does some cutting, it is more effective to craft and use Cutters, since they are faster to cut and longer lasting.
Crafting
TE
| Result | As a component | Intelligence |
|---|---|---|
 Tool Handle |
 File x1 +  Timber x1 |
30 |
 Flimsy Cutters |
File x2 +  Roll of Duct Tape x1 |
40 |
 Lightweight Cutters |
Flimsy Cutters x1 + File x1 + Roll of Duct Tape x1 |
60 |
 Sturdy Cutters |
Lightweight Cutters x1 + File x1 + Roll of Duct Tape x1 |
80 |
TE2
| Result | Components | Int |
|---|---|---|
 Manicure Kit
|
 Tub of Hand Cream +  Nail Polish +  File |
30+ |
 Flimsy Cutters |
File x2 +  Roll of Duct Tape |
40+ |
 Lightweight Cutters |
Flimsy Cutters + File + Roll of Duct Tape |
50+ |
 Sturdy Cutters |
Lightweight Cutters + File + Roll of Duct Tape |
60+ |