Windows 10: Hidden files

Discus and support Hidden files in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; There's a method for hiding files in Windows. Not using the "system" or hidden attribute, but something else, which escape me now. It's a bit... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by RonNewYork, May 26, 2017.

  1. RONNEWYORK
    RonNewYork Win User

    Hidden files


    There's a method for hiding files in Windows. Not using the "system" or hidden attribute, but something else, which escape me now. It's a bit cumbersome (for me) to use it but I have. I read where Microsoft uses this method when downloading files (uses or used in the past). The files can be seen but again, it's somewhat cumbersome. Does anyone know about this? Thanks.

    :)
     
    RonNewYork, May 26, 2017
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  2. JSSSSSSSSS
    Jsssssssss Win User
    Jsssssssss, May 26, 2017
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  3. LIKHITHA V
    Likhitha V Win User
    Hidden files

    Hi,



    Glad to know your issue is resolved. We appreciate the time and effort spent in resolving the above issue.



    Write to us for further assistance regarding any Windows related query, we will be happy to help you.



    Thank you.
     
    Likhitha V, May 26, 2017
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  4. ZBOOK
    zbook New Member

    Hidden files

    zbook, May 26, 2017
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  5. RONNEWYORK
    RonNewYork Win User
    It's not due to a properties setting. It's something totally different. I just can't recall it. DANG!!!
     
    RonNewYork, May 26, 2017
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  6. EDWIN
    Edwin New Member
    In a Command Prompt, enter: attrib +s +h path to file/folder with quotes


    Hidden files [​IMG]


    To undo the action, use -s and -h
     
    Edwin, May 27, 2017
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  7. RONNEWYORK
    RonNewYork Win User
    RonNewYork, Apr 4, 2018
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