How to hide and unhide folders in windows 10

Updated: 12/05/2021 by Computer Hope

To unhide and view hidden files and folders in Microsoft Windows, select your version from the list below and follow the steps.

View hidden files and folders in Windows 11

1. Press + to open File Explorer.
2. In the File Explorer window, click the See more menu icon on the right side of the menu bar.
3. Select Options from the drop-down menu.

1. In the Folder Options window, click the View tab.
2. In the Advanced settings section, under Hidden files and folders, select the Show hidden files, folders, and drives option.

1. Click Apply, then OK.

View hidden files and folders in Windows 8 and 10

1. Press + to open File Explorer.
2. In the window, select the Viewtab in the top-left corner.
3. Locate and click Options on the right side, or click the down arrow and select Change folder and search options.

1. In the Folder Options window, selec
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