Windows 10: Hidden files

Accidentally managed to change the attribute of my C:\Users folder to hidden. Can't get it back to where it is visible in windows 10 file explorer (or even using "dir" at the command prompt). I can change directory into it and shortcuts will open the contents of the directory, but I can't see "Users" when I look at "C:\". How do I get it back? Use of the "attrib" command just says "Access denied - C:Users".

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All hidden files turned Un-hidden

Hi,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being part of Windows 10.

I suggest you to re-add them to the hidden items list and check.

Steps:

• Right click on the folders to hide, select Properties.
• Go to General tab, under Attributes check mark the option
  Hidden.
• Click on Apply and on Ok.

I suggest you not to use any third party anti-virus software. Try to use Windows Defender.

Refer: Using Windows Defender

Hope it helps. Feel free to contact us for further assistance on Windows Operating System, we will be happy to help you.

 

Hidden Files

• https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/14201/windows-show-hidden-files
• How to Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 7, 8, or 10
• Show Hidden Files, Folders, and Drives in Windows 10

 

Show hidden file button are unchecked

Hi Priyankjain,

We would like to know more about your concern. Please provide the following information:

• Have you enabled the Hidden files and folders view tab before?
• Are there any changes made prior to this issue
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?

Meanwhile, we suggest that you perform System File Checker (SFC) scan.

System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files. To perform the SFC Scan, you may refer to this
link.

Let us know how it goes.