Search shows hidden files

[randysmid]

Hi,
When I use the Windows Search tool, I see my hidden files and folders, but I don't want them to be visible. I've already set the Tools, Folder Options, View to not display hidden files and folders, but they still appear.

Any advice?
TIA, Randy

 

[linney]

There are two options to check, one for hidden files, and another one for system files, did you check both?

 

[randysmid]

Yes,
Both are set to not show either of these files/folders.
Randy

 

[randysmid]

Hi,
Even after resetting the hidden attribute to unchecked, then checking it again, the hidden folders/files still appear in Search, as well as Explore. In spite of the fact that the file is hidden, it can still be opened (such as a PDF document) when in Search or Explore.

I have Windows XP Professional, Version 5.1, build 2600.xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-2158: Service Pack 2.

Can anyone else reproduce this problem?

TIA, Randy

 

[gx3]

Are you sure you checked the folder options and the search advanced options.

 

[randysmid]

gx3,
Where can I find "search advanced options" in Win XP Pro? I must be half asleep from the long weekend, but for the life of me, I'm unable to find it.
TIA, Randy

 

[randysmid]

Ok,
I found it under the initial Search window (called "More Advanced Options"). Apparently, my pc was set to show all hidden and system files.
Thank you for your help!!!
Randy