By default many system files and operating system files are hidden, but it’s really easy to un-hide them using the Windows Explorer
- Pro-Tip: Viruses can also use system attributes to hide files. If you believe you have a related problem, read this article about unhiding files hid by virus
Steps to unhide system files
1. StepSelect the Desktop tile on the Start screen.
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2. Step Next, on the desktop screen, double click on the Computer icon to open the Explorer.
- If you don’t see the Computer icon on your desktop then un-hide it via Control Panel >> Appearance and Personalization >> Personalization >> Change desktop icons. Alternatively, simply hit Windows key + E
3. Step Next, find the folder where you have stored your system files e.g. C:\Windows\
4. Step Next, go to the View tab at the top and then check / tick “Hidden items” to unhide system files as seen below.
Conclusion
Normally, system files do not show up in your Windows Explorer. You have to manullay un-hide them if you want to see them.
what if it is not working .
i have hidden some files , now i can’t getting those file ,
unhide option is not working ,,,
give me alternatives
At the top there is a pro tip, try that, else use the search. Thanks!
Well, this is for hidden files, but system protected files like Boot folder or ntuser.dat are not affected from that checkbox.
The solution for system protected files is the Folder Options icon in Desktop Control Panel. Here you still can uncheck the box for Hide protected operating system files on the View tab.
(Unfortunately Tools/Options in Explorer went away, at least I could not find it.)
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Olaf
Thanks for the followup Olaf. In some cases you may have to unhide system files using the command prompt tool cmd.exe – the command is called “attrib”. It’s often the case when viruses attempt to hide files, then the method above will not work
In that case follow this tutorial: Unhide files hidden by virus
I have a better way. Google \”snappersoft usb healer\” and download it. It will unhide them automatically for you.