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file explorer showing system folders

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Discussions about File Explorer showing system folders on the desktop or in other locations, often unexpectedly. Users report seeing Windows system folders with backslashes appearing on the desktop, and attempts to hide them via standard folder options may not fully resolve the issue. The folders are not aliases but appear to be mirrored or system-protected. Troubleshooting typically involves adjusting folder view settings, checking for hidden files, and ensuring system files are not inadvertently exposed. This tag covers user experiences and solutions for managing the visibility of system folders in File Explorer.
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    System files in File Explorer showing up on desktop

    I am seeing Windows System files showing up on my desktop. File Explorer shows three folders with backslashes that appear to be the culprit. Attemps to remove these has failed. Checking the hide hidden folders hides some but not all. I have not tried physically deleting these as they do not...
    • davercrb2
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    • desktop icons storage file explorer showing system folders hidden folders settings windows desktop cleanup
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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