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How to view hidden files in USB/Pendrive ? | Top Method

If your USB device is affected with virus that hide all your file in the drive then I have solution for that. Some virus may hides your files and folders, creates exe file extensions of your folders and even corrupt your files.

Here i going explain about the permanent solution for recovering hidden files by Command prompt in windows operating systems. Follow the steps below:

STEP I:

Plug your USB Pendrive or External HDD or Memory Card which is Affected.

STEP II:
Go to Start -> Run-> Type CMD and Enter

STEP III:
You’ll see black screen. Find the drive letter for the connected USB drive from “My Computer”. For Example,If your USB is in drive I:

In command prompt, type I:

and Hit enter. Command Prompt will show I:/
STEP IV:
Then type

attrib -s -h /s /d *.* 

After typing, hit enter screen will be as below at the moment. Wait for few seconds and you’re done.

Screenshot (138)

Enjoy !

[Note: Type attrib (space) -s (space) -h (space) /s (space) /d (space)]

Make sure that you put space between each elements in the code.

and hit enter and wait for few seconds.

Enjoy !

datasagarhttp://www.DataSagar.com
Sagar is multidisciplinary technologist, educator, and entrepreneur based in Nepal. As the founder of Illionso Technologies and Kashi Garden Resort, he operates at the intersection of web architecture, data intelligence, innovation, and digital transformation. From building digital solutions to scaling real-world concepts, his mission is to share knowledge alongside merge emerging as well as disruptive technologies with transformative offline experiences.
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