When youre not the only user of your PC, hiding personal files/folders is a must.
To do that, you’ve got the option to password-protect a file/folder in Windows 11.
But, if thats not an option, making the folder invisible should store your secret files from revealing.
After reading this guide, you wont have to rename the 100GB personal folder toStudy material (!
)ever again (you know what I mean).
So, lets start.
Select properties of the folder and go to the customize tab.
Select thechange iconfrom thefolder iconoptions.
Next, select a blank icon for the folder.
Click onF2to rename the folder.
Press theAltbutton and type0160on the numeric key.
Thats the initial stage of creating nameless folders on Windows 11.
Here are the methods to create a transparent Windows 11 folder:
1.
In the above, I described the shortest method for you to understand.
Now, lets explain the whole process.
Here are the steps to make a new folder transparent in Windows 10/11:
Voila!
You got an unnamed image right in front of you.
Now, move your personal data and files to that folder.
No one will even imagine that you secured the data into an invisible folder.
Note:double-check you use the Numpad/numeric keys to pop in 0160.
If your laptop doesnt have additional num keys, try connecting an external keyboard.
You may also like to read:Windows 11: Unable to Change Mouse options
2.
Use Windows Internal Hiding Method
You dont need to rename the folder every time to secure the folder.
Using the renowned hiding method can also help you do that.
Until you unhide the folder, no one will be able to find the files youve hidden.
Use Third-Party Applications
There are plenty of third-party applications that can make a file/folder invisible.
Just search them on your current internet surfing app.
Download and drop in the app you just.
Look for the user manual on the applications respective website.
Youll get to know how you’re able to use them to secure Windows folders.
These are the proven techniques you could use to create nameless folders on Windows 10/11.
If they use the Windows search feature, youre hidden files will be compromised.
Thats not what you want, right?
We feel your problem.
Check out the subsequent section to hide your personal folder, even from the Windows search.
Navigate to properties to the general tab.
tap on the Advanced button in the Attributes section.
Uncheck all the boxes in the Advanced attributes popup.
When you apply those changes, search for one of the files youve hidden.
Notice if the files appear on the search result.
If yes, try the solutions Ive added below.
Here are the methods to hide folders from Windows search:
1.
You just need to configure privacy modifications on Windows controls.
Use the Indexing Option to Hide Files
Indexing helps you to find the files on your rig.
In short, it searches the desired file without searching every component of your box.
Youll notice the hidden files are not showing up in search results.
Also, follow our separate guide to fixDate Popup Does Not Work on Windows 11
3.
Using the cmd to hide a folder can be really convenient.
You could try this method if the techniques mentioned above didnt work.
It doesnt necessarily mean you should follow the same command.
Basically, Windows manages drives using a utility calledDisk Management.
Lets make your personal drive vanish from Windows 11 using the disk management tool.
Heres the procedure to make a drive invisible from Windows 11:
Thats it.
Your targeted drive will disappear from Windows 11 after you perform these steps.
Those are the proven methods to make your Windows 11 folder invisible.
Those will help your folder from appearing even from the search feature.
However, one issue will remain even after this successful hiding bringing back the hidden files/folders when necessary.
Thats what the following section is about.
After reading that, youll be able to make the folders visible again.
hit theShowsubmenu and move down to theHidden itemsoption.
After that, youll find the hidden items visible on your system.
Note:This process is not recommended as it reveals sensitive operating system files.
it’s possible for you to try other methods to make your invisible folder show up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I create a hidden folder in Windows 11?
How do I hide files and folders in Windows 11?
pick the folder you want to make invisible > pick the View button > Select Show > Hidden items.
That folder/file will be hidden from you.
How do I hide files on my desktop Windows 11?
How do I make a file/folder invisible?
Right-punch the folder > Go to the folders Properties > Go to the Customize tab.
On top of that, how an invisible folder can secure your data.
Just skim through the article once again whenever it’s crucial that you hide files/folders.
The steps that I elaborated on are easy to apply.
Which method did help you hide your 100GBstudy project?
