How to view hidden folders on Windows 10

By default, the Microsoft hides several elements from the eyes of users. We from ChimeraRevo, however, we have decided to make a guide to explain you how to see hidden files and folders on Windows 10 if you no longer find a content or want to have free access to all the elements on your computer.

Premise

In Windows 10 There are two categories of hidden files: those hidden by other users who use the same PC and by the applications themselves and those that are essential for the proper functioning of the OS. The latter are essential so they must not be deleted or modified as they could cause computer malfunctions.

How to see hidden files and folders on Windows 10

If you want to see all the items that you have hidden or hidden from other user accounts or from applications installed on the machine, you need to follow a few simple steps.

Let's find out what they are:

• Open File Explorer di Windows by pressing on gialla poster at the bottom left (of the taskbar) and then press on the menu Show present at the top.
• In the next step, locate the section Show / Hide and check the option Hidden elements.
• Once these simple steps have been completed, you will have the opportunity to view hidden files and folders in the desired path. These elements will be easily recognizable as they have asemitransparent icon.

How to see hidden system files and folders on Windows 10

In case you need to access a specific file or folder of Windows 10, you will have to take a few more steps.

Let's see together what they are:

• Always aprite Explore Fillet di Windows, click on the menu Show placed at the top but this time press the button options.
• Through the window options folder, click on the tab viewing and access the list Settings Advanced.
• From here, uncheck the item Hide protected system files (recommended) and click Yes to confirm the change.
• Conclude the operation by saving the changes by pressing on OK.

From now on you will be able to see all the operating system files that were previously hidden from view.

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