#1: View Hidden Files and Folders
Show previously hidden files and folders with Windows XP. This may help debug spyware or virus attacks.

#2: Hide or Show Protected Operating System Files and Hidden Folders
Toggle whether or not Windows XP should display files and folders that normally shouldn't be modified.

#3: Show System Folders
For diagnostic purposes, allow Explorer in Windows XP to display internal folders marked 'System'.

See Also:

@ Viewing File Extensions on Windows

Help protect yourself from accidentally opening rogue files by forcing Explorer to show all files' extensions.

@ Windows XP and Explorer

Windows XP tips on file management, folder customizations, Explorer toolbars, and more

@ Windows XP and Explorer - Thumbnail View

Tweak Explorer's Thumbnails view in Windows XP.

@ Windows XP and Tweak UI

Modify and customize your Windows XP computing experience with Tweak UI.

@ Windows XP Taskbar - Toolbar - Start Menu

Help customizing the Windows XP taskbar, Start Menu, and toolbars to increase your productivity. Modify the Quick Launch area for quicker access to frequently-used applications, remove the clock, access Windows XP's Control Panel, and more.

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