How to Hide, View, and Unhide Folders in Windows 11

Do you have sensitive information on your computer that you want to keep private? 

Do you share a computer with others and want to keep some files or folders hidden from view? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Hide Folders in Windows 11

How to Hide Folders in Windows 11

Hiding a folder in Windows 11 is a simple process. Here are the steps to follow:

• Find the folder that you wish to hide and right-click it.
• Click on Properties or press Alt + Enter.
• At the bottom of the properties box, check the Hidden box and click OK.
• You’ll be prompted to decide on how you’d like the changes to apply. Click Apply changes to the folder only or Apply changes to this folder, subfolders, and files based on preference.
• Click OK to save your changes.
• Your folder will now be hidden from view.

fig. 1 - Windows 11 Folder Properties

How to View Hidden Folders in Windows 11

To view hidden folders in Windows 11, follow these steps:

• Press WIN + E to launch the File Explorer.
• Click on View and then select Show in the drop-down menu.
• At the bottom of the menu, click on Hidden.
• Your hidden folders will now be visible and accessible in their original location.
• Uncheck Hidden before closing File Explorer.

fig. 2 - Windows 11 File Explorer View Hidden Items

How to Unhide Folders in Windows 11

To unhide a folder in Windows 11, follow these steps:

• Set File Explorer to show hidden files and folders again by going to View > Show > Hidden items from the toolbar.
• Right-click the hidden file or folder (it will be grayed out) and select Properties.
• When the item’s properties window comes up, select the General tab, uncheck the Hidden tab, and click OK.
• Your folder will now be unhidden and visible again.

Hiding, viewing, and unhiding folders in Windows 11 is a simple process that can help you keep your sensitive information private and secure. 

It’s important to note that while hiding folders can help keep your sensitive information private, it is not a foolproof method of protection. Hidden folders can still be accessed by someone who knows how to view hidden files and folders. 

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