How to show hidden files in Windows 10

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To show hidden files in Windows you can follow any of below method

Step 1: Go to C:/Users/YouUserName 

Step 2: Follow any of below Method

Method 1: Press ALT+F and Select Options if any of folder is selected or Select Change Folders and search options

options to display appdata

select folder options

Method 2: Go to control panel and select File Explorer Option

control panel file explorer option for app data

Method 3: Expand the Header from ^ arrow on top right corner and click on View and Select Hidden items checkbox

expand header to show hidden appdata folder

Step 3: In Case you are using Method 1 or Method 3, Click on View in Folder Options. Select radio button Show hidden folders, files and drives and Press OK.

view appdata hidden folder using folder options

You will see the hidden folder.