03 July 2009

Create a hidden folder - New method

This way is different from common hide command in folder properties
There are many utility programs that allow you to protect, encrypt and hide your folders, But these programs are expensive and may damage your system

You can windows XP ability to create hidden folders :

1- create a folder
2- right click on folder and select properties
3- select customize tab and click on “change icon”, a dialog box appears
4- click on an empty area and click ok
5- now, you should rename your folder, press F2 and then hold down ALT and type 255 at the numbers key pad and finally press ENTER

You just have to remember the folders location in your hard drive.