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How to Hide Hidden Files in Xp
Guide Overview
This guide will explain how to hide the files that Windows has hidden from you.
Instructions
- Click 'Start'.
- Open 'My Computer'.
- Select 'Tools' menu
- Click 'Folder Options'
- Select the 'View' Tab.
- Uncheck 'Show hidden files and folders' in the Hidden files and folders section.
- Select 'Hide protected operating system files (recommended)' option.
- Check the 'Hide file extensions for known file types' option.
- Click 'Yes'.
- Click 'OK'.
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