Here's how to display hidden files and folders.
Windows 10
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In the search box on the taskbar, type show hidden files, and then select Show hidden files from the search results.
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Under File Explorer, select the highlighted Show settings link next to Change settings to show hidden and system files.
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Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.
Windows 8.1
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Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, then select Search (or if you're using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer down, and then select Search).
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Type folder in the search box, then select Folder Options from the search results.
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Select the View tab.
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Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.
Windows 7
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Select the Start button, then select Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization.
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Select Folder Options, then select the View tab.
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Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.
