How to Show Hidden Files in Xp


Guide Overview

This guide will explain how to show the files that Windows has hidden from you.

Instructions
  1. Click "Start".
  2. Click 'My Computer'
  3. Select the 'Tools' menu
  4. Click 'Folder Options'.
  5. Select the 'View' tab.
  6. Under the 'Hidden files and folders' heading, select 'Show hidden files and folders'.
  7. Uncheck the 'Hide protected operating system files (recommended)' option.
  8. Click 'Yes' to confirm.
  9. Uncheck the 'Hide file extensions for known file types'.
  10. Click 'OK'.