Windows 10: AppData and ProgramData are they now hidden??

Discus and support AppData and ProgramData are they now hidden?? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hello in the past, I was able to open and inspect files in AppData Roaming and ProgramData folders on C:\Users\.... These two folder destinations are... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by WilliamRutkowski, Jul 16, 2019.

  1. AppData and ProgramData are they now hidden??


    Hello in the past, I was able to open and inspect files in AppData Roaming and ProgramData folders on C:\Users\....

    These two folder destinations are not there anymore BUT until the last update. They were in the directory for years, and I need to access AppData Roaming for one of my programs.


    Why are they hidden, made unavailable?? I have developer mode enabled and don`t recall ever needing any permissions to view the folders or edit them.


    Why now ...WTH ??

    :)
     
    WilliamRutkowski, Jul 16, 2019
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  2. Jelu Cal Win User

    ProgramData-filder backup

    Hi,

    The ProgramData folder is usually located in the C: drive of your device. To locate the ProgramData folder, you can perform the following:

    • In File Explorer, click on the View tab.
    • Click on Options.
    • In the Folder Options window, click on the View tab.
    • Under the Hidden files and folders, select Show hidden files, folders, or drives.
    • Click on Apply.
    • Click on OK.

    Let us know how it goes after you've performed the steps.
     
    Jelu Cal, Jul 16, 2019
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  3. Edwin Win User
    ProgramData Folder Not Hidden


    Right click ProgramData folder, choose Properties:


    AppData and ProgramData are they now hidden?? [​IMG]
     
    Edwin, Jul 16, 2019
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  4. AppData and ProgramData are they now hidden??

    How to access appdata folder

    Hi Jaden,

    Thank you posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    We would be glad to help you with the issue you are facing today. I understand the difficulty with the problem.

    I would suggest you to follow the below steps.

    • Write in the search box the following: “%appdata%” .
    • After the search is finished left click or tap on the folder that the search feature found.
    • If it takes you to the following path: “C:\Users\The user that you are logged in with\AppData\Roaming”.
    • It means that your folders are still there but they are hidden.
    • Click on “View”.
    • Check the box “Hidden items”
    Also you refer to the below link.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/what-appdata-folder

    Note: Above link also refers to the Windows 10.



    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Mohammed AliAli, Jul 16, 2019
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