How to view Hidden Files and Folders:

How to view Hidden Files and Folders

Step 1: Normally, to view Hidden Files and Folders, you will go to Tools---> Folder Options---> View menu and then check on "Show Hidden Files and Folders".
 
This is the process to view Hidden Files and Folders.
 
 
Step2: But, if your system is hit by a virus/worm like "autorun.inf". You will get rid of it by scanning and deleting with your antivirus. Then, you will get a problem like you can't view your hidden files. Even though you follow the step 1 process, you can't see your hidden files and folders.
 
 
What to do now??
 
 
Follow this:
 
 
1) Click on Start menu, then click Run (or Windows key + R).
 
 
 
2) Type cmd, a command prompt window (DOS) will open.
 
 
 
3)Type regsvr32 /i browseui.dll then press the Enter key, wait for a confirmation window.
 
 
 
4) Type regsvr32 /i shell32.dll then press the Enter key, wait for a confirmation window.
 
 
 
Close the command prompt.
 
 
Now Check for Your Hidden Files and Folders by Following Step1.
 
 
That's it. They are back.... (Working perfectly in XP). Don't know about other operating systems. Check yourself...... 

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