How to show hidden folders in Windows 7

An inexperienced user does not know why operating systems need to store some "secrets". It would seem - hidden folders (well, files in them), so let them remain hidden. But no, you need to open it!

Or are you a computer expert? Then you definitely should not continue reading this article, you will not find anything new here.

Or this situation: following the next instruction from Google, detailing how to solve the next problem a user has, we reach the moment when you need to get into the hidden system directory. And at this stage, ask the question: how to show the hidden folders of Windows 7? And again in Google, already for a new instruction. By the way, that's it.

So, why are they hidden? Because the average user, they are absolutely unnecessary for the work. If we imagine the operating system as some kind of household electronic device, then the hidden information is its interior. You do not climb inside the microwave oven to cook sandwiches? No, you do well with what is provided for open use. It's the same with the operating system. While it's all right and there are no bugs, do not hang in the hidden zones. But if it is necessary, then it is necessary.

So, to show the hidden folders of Windows 7, go to the folder you need. In the panel on the top, find the "Arrange" button. Next - "Folder and search options", where you can open the "View" tab. Carefully scroll through the list until you find "Show hidden files ...". Place it in front of it and keep it. Done! Now you can open the hidden folders of Windows 7.

This, by itself, is by no means the only way to access files with limited display in Windows 7. Show hidden folders in several other ways. For example, you can go to the control panel and from there go to the "Folder Options" (in the "Large / Small Icons" view). And here before you is a familiar window in which you have to click on the "View" tab and do the same.

Here you have two ways to show the hidden folders of Windows 7. By the way, in previous OS of this family, it was a little more difficult to do this operation. Another important thing: do not be too lazy to do it manually, as described in the instructions. For everyone knows that laziness is also a great engine. To be more precise, your laziness is driven by intruders. Believe me, no need to download any programs that will do everything instead of you with a single click. Catch the virus, lose data, spend a lot of time to restore. And why? To show the hidden folders of Windows 7. Well, really, is it really worth it? By the way, chances are great that you will not open them.

And one more warning: think three times before deleting any hidden files. Of course, if these are not temporary Word files a year ago. This warning is especially topical when you go to the system folder. Once there is something lying, it means that it needs a system. Another thing is when you find a folder of a long-deleted application that still stores files with some of its settings. Then you can safely delete.

So, our instruction came to an end. The author has never been a master of explanation, but still hopes that the article has benefited you.