How to Hide Files, Folders, and Drives in Windows 10
Windows 10 is one of the most popular operating systems in the world today. It’s used by millions of people across the globe. One of the many features of Windows 10 is the ability to hide files, folders, and drives. This can come in handy if you want to keep certain files or folders away from prying eyes. In this article, we’ll show you how to hide files, folders, and drives in Windows 10.
Method 1: Using File Explorer
1. Open File Explorer by pressing the Windows key + E.
2. Navigate to the location of the file, folder, or drive you want to hide.
3. Right-click on the file, folder, or drive and select Properties.
4. In the Properties window, click on the General tab.
5. Select the checkbox next to the option that says “Hidden.”
6. Click on Apply and then OK.
Method 2: Using Command Prompt
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “cmd” and hit Enter.
3. In the Command Prompt window, navigate to the location of the file, folder, or drive you want to hide.
4. Type the following command: attrib +h foldername
Replace “foldername” with the name of the file, folder, or drive you want to hide.
5. Hit Enter.
Method 3: Using Group Policy Editor
Note: This method is only available in the Pro and Enterprise versions of Windows 10.
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “gpedit.msc” and hit Enter.
3. In the Group Policy Editor window, navigate to the following location:
User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > File Explorer
4. Double-click on the option that says “Hidden files and folders.”
5. Select the option that says “Do not show hidden files and folders.”
6. Click on Apply and then OK.
7. Navigate to the location of the file, folder, or drive you want to hide.
8. Right-click on the file, folder, or drive and select Properties.
9. In the Properties window, click on the General tab.
10. Select the checkbox next to the option that says “Hidden.”
11. Click on Apply and then OK.