Want to do some system file digging? Need to access some system logs? Here’s the simplest way to show hidden files and folders on Windows:

Windows 7:

Step 1: Launch Computer

Step 2: Under the Organize tab, select Folder and search options

Step 3: Click the View tab

Step 4: Find the radio button that says Show hidden files, folders, and drives. Select it.

Step 5: Click Apply and then OK.

Windows Vista

Step 1: Click the Start button

Step 2: Open Control Panel

Step 3: In Control Panel, click Appearance and Personalization

Step 4: Click Folder Options

Step 5: Click the View tab

Step 6: Under the Advanced settings section, click Show hidden files and folders, and click OK.

Windows XP

Step 1: In Windows Explorer, click the Tools menu

Step 2: Click Folder Options

Step 3: Click on the View tab

Step 4: Under the Hidden files and folders section, click Show hidden files and folders.

• To launch Windows Explorer, right-click the Start menu and click Windows Explorer