Hidden attribute checkbox is grayed out...

[ridergroov]

How do I change the Hidden attribute of a file if it is grayed out when
I go ot the file properties. And WHY is it grayed out? Thanks.

 

[Guest]

What file is it or is it all files? All I can think of at the moment is some
sort of group policy setting.

 

[ridergroov]

Hey there,

It is for my album artwork that is downloaded automatically for Windows
Media Player. Thanks!

 

[Guest]

I don't see why it would be grayed out.. try using the attrib tool. that is
only if you know DOS commands, and if you would like to learn here are some
tips:

"cd" stands for change directory.
"cd\" means change to the root of the directory
"attrib" stands for attribute. it allows you to add and remove attributes
for files

here is an example of how to make a file hidden.
pretend this is the file (C:\testfolder\file.jpg):

Click Start, then Run, type "cmd" and press enter.
(after each line, press enter)

C:\Documents and Settings\User>cd\
C:\>cd testfolder
C:\testfolder>attrib +h file.jpg

To find out how to use it, type this command:

C:\testfolder>attrib /?

Do not type in the WHOLE thing, just whatever comes after the ">".
Everything else is automatically generated by the computer.

 

[Keith Miller MVP]

If the system attribute is set as well, the 'hidden' checkbox in the properties dialog will be
grayed. Add the 'Attributes' column to a detail view of the folder to check the attributes; use the
'Attrib' command to change them.

 

[ridergroov]

Fantastic. I figured it was because they were system files. Thanks!

If the system attribute is set as well, the 'hidden' checkbox in the properties dialog will be
grayed. Add the 'Attributes' column to a detail view of the folder to check the attributes; use the
'Attrib' command to change them.

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Good Luck,

Keith
Microsoft MVP [Windows XP Shell/User]

Hey there,

It is for my album artwork that is downloaded automatically for Windows
Media Player. Thanks!