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2433Why can't I see all my files?
If you are using Windows 7 PC, files and folders that likely to be used by the system itself are hidden from view by default. Temporary files - whose names often end with ~ and start with $ or . - are also hidden by default.
This makes it easier to find your own files and prevent accidental deletion, but if you do want to show the hidden files:
- open Windows Explorer and navigate to the folder which contains hidden files you want to see
- from the Organize drop-down list, choose Folder and search options
- click the View tab
- in the hidden files section, click Show hidden files
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