How to Show Hidden Files and Folders in Windows 10, by TechZain on YouTube. 1 min 52 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 52 s
- Time to do it
- Varies
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 6
What this tutorial covers
- Option 1 uses the Hidden items check box on the View tab in File Explorer.
- Option 2 uses Folder Options, reached from the File menu in This PC, and changes the Hidden files and folders setting.
- The Folder Options method also covers showing hidden drives.
Limits and exclusions
- The instructions are specific to Windows 10.
Steps
Option 1 – From File Explorer: Select the Start button, then choose File Explorer.
Select the View tab.
Check the Hidden items check box to view hidden items.
Option 2 – From Folder Options: Open This PC, click the File menu in the top left, and select Change folder and search options.
In the Folder Options window, click the View tab.
Scroll down and change the Hidden files and folders setting to Show hidden files, folders, and drives.
