: In the "Show/hide" section, check the box labeled Hidden items . Advanced Method (Control Panel)
# Show all hidden items (current directory) Get-ChildItem -Force
If you need to view protected operating system files or want a more detailed view, use the File Explorer Options found in the Control Panel:
| Value Name | Data | Effect | |------------|------|--------| | Hidden | 1 | Show hidden files | | Hidden | 2 | Do not show hidden files | | ShowSuperHidden | 1 | Show protected OS files | | ShowSuperHidden | 0 | Hide protected OS files |