Have you ever encountered a situation where you need to a folder? Sometimes, certain system files and are hidden by default for security and privacy reasons. Although these hidden folders are not visible to the naked eye, they are still present on your computer and can be accessed with a few simple steps. In this article, we will show you how to see hidden folders on your Windows or Mac computer.

How to see hidden folders on Windows:

1. Open File Explorer

To access hidden folders on your Windows computer, you need to open the File Explorer window. You can do this by clicking on the File Explorer icon on your taskbar or by searching for it in the Start menu.

2. Click on the View tab

Once the File Explorer window is open, click on the View tab at the top of the window.

3. Select ‘Hidden items’

In the View tab, you will see an option called ‘Hidden items.’ Click on this option to show hidden files and folders on your computer.

4. Access the hidden folder

After selecting ‘Hidden items,’ you should be able to see all the hidden folders on your computer. Simply navigate to the folder you want to access and open it like any folder.

How to see hidden folders on Mac:

1. Open Finder

To access hidden folders on your Mac computer, you need to open the Finder window. You can do this by clicking on the Finder icon on your dock.

2. Press ‘Command + Shift + Period’

Once the Finder window is open, press the keyboard shortcut ‘Command + Shift + Period’ to show hidden files and folders.

3. Access the hidden folder

After pressing the keyboard shortcut, you should be able to see all the hidden folders on your Mac computer. Simply navigate to the folder you want to access and open it like any other folder.

Note: If you want to hide the hidden files and folders again, repeat the above steps and uncheck the ‘Hidden items’ option for Windows or press ‘Command + Shift + Period’ again for Mac.

Conclusion:

Accessing hidden folders is essential when you need to modify or customize your system files. It can be a little tricky to access hidden folders on your computer, but with the above guide, you should be able to do it in no time. By following the above steps, you can access hidden folders on both Windows and Mac computers and make the necessary changes to your system files. However, be cautious while modifying these system files as it can harm your system. It’s always better to create a backup of your system files before making any changes.

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