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The anniversary build refers to the Windows 10 Version 1607 update, also known as the Anniversary Update, with OS Build 14393.187. Users have reported issues with the Snipping Tool after upgrading to this build, such as saved files being hidden on the desktop. The files appear in File Explorer but are not visible on the desktop, and refreshing with F5 does not resolve the issue. This tag covers troubleshooting problems specific to this build, particularly with system tools and file visibility.
  1. gogreen

    Snipping Tool saved files are hidden

    This past weekend I upgraded to Version 1607, OS Build 14393.187, the anniversary build, and the snipping tool is saving files to my desktop, where I want them saved, but they are hidden. This problem occurred a few months ago after a clean reinstall--I don't remember how I solved it, but F5...
    • gogreen
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    • anniversary build build 14393 desktop file explorer hidden files reinstall snipping tool solutions upgrade version 1607
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    • Forum: Windows Software