Hidden files on computer

Discussion in 'All other topics' started by military, Jan 20, 2009.

  1. military

    military Guest

    Hi everyone,

    I have a problem when i hide files on computer than i cant unhide again. For example i hide a file like Tools-Folder options-View-Do not show hidden files, then whe i try to unhide the file i cant.

    Waiting for any idea.

    thanx
     
  2. silk42

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    The folder options only allows you to see hidden files within Windows Explorer; it doesn't change any of the file settings. To change a file to hidden you need to right click on the file name and then check the box on the General tab under Attributes called "Hidden". If the file is a system file, then you also need to change the setting in the Folder Options (Hide protected operating system files).

    You can also change the settings of files by typing the following at a command prompt.

    To Hide a File
    attrib +H filename

    example
    attrib +H test.doc

    To Unhide a File
    attrib -H filename

    example
    attrib -H text.doc

    For more options, you can type the following from a command prompt.

    attrib /?
     

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