How to Enable Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10

 
There are certain files and folders in Windows 10 which are hidden and thus you cannot get access to them. In this post, you will read find the tip applying which you can enable hidden files and folders in Windows 10.

The files, folders and drives related to the system are hidden in Windows 10. When you have to navigate to such folders you won’t be able to locate them. Also, if you have some important files which you have made hidden long before so that no one else can access it, you can choose to enable them. Follow the steps below and see How to Enable Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10.

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How to Enable Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10

Read further how to Enable Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10 to locate them as well as reveal private stuff furthermore disclose system files to manipulate.

  • Double click on This PC icon on your screen.
  • On the newly appeared explorer hit/tap View option of the menu bar.
view button on this pc window
  • Upon the emergence of the ribbon click Options which is on the extreme right corner of the ribbon.
options button on file explorer ribbon in view tab
  • A new Folder Options applet will emerge now.
  • Get into the View tab.
  • The Advanced Settings section under the View tab displays you many options.
  • Go down and look for the option Show hidden files, folders, or drives.
  • Check the box against this option and click Apply button followed by Ok.
Enable Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10
  • This will now display you all the hidden files, folders, and drives in Windows 10. Now, you can easily navigate the file, folder, or drive you require.

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Love to play with Windows 11 and 10. Suggestion - Going for Registry change or system files edit then remember to take a backup or create a restore point before Starting.