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Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by 15vijju, Jan 10, 2015.

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  1. 15vijju

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    15vijju, Jan 10, 2015
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    Besides selecting the "Show hidden files and folders" option, you need to uncheck BOTH "Hide" options.

    After you're done, click "Apply to all folders" and then click "Apply - OK".
     

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    flavallee, Jan 10, 2015
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  3. 15vijju

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    I tried doing that. Still doesn't work.
    It returns back to its default value. :(
     
    15vijju, Jan 12, 2015
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    Download and save the following script to your desktop.

    Enable/Disable Show Hidden Files/Folders

    Double-click it to run the script.

    You will be prompted when the script is done.

    You may need to restart the computer.
     
    Phantom010, Jan 12, 2015
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    I'm getting an error when i tried running the script. I'm attaching the snapshot of the error message.[ error.png
     
    15vijju, Jan 17, 2015
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    Try saving the file to another location on your C drive, and running it from there instead.
     
    Phantom010, Jan 17, 2015
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