Default is for them not to be shown. For many reasons, that is one of the
first settings I change, especially while troubleshooting.

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All the Best,
Kelly (MS-MVP/DTS&XP)

Taskbar Repair Tool
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm


"Luminore" <luminore@msnews.microsoft.com> wrote in message
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> What is default state of Folder options View? ( Hidden files and
> folders -> Show hidden files and folders )
> Should be ticked 'Show hidden files and folders'?
> Is so, need it be applied to all folders? or vice-versa?
>
> Regards