Laptop unable to hide files

4.5

Checking the "Hidden" box does not make the file disappear.

Symptoms
  • File remains visible
  • Box unchecks itself
  • Setting ignored
Possible Causes
  • "Show hidden files" is enabled
  • Permissions
  • System file protection

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Disable "Show Hidden Files"

Folder Options > View > Select "Don't show hidden files, folders, or drives".

2

Check Permissions

Ensure you have write access to the file's metadata.

3

Use attrib +h

Manually hide the file via Command Prompt.

When to See a Technician

Remember that "Hidden" files are only hidden if the global Windows setting is set to hide them.

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