Can I hide a specific filetype from being displayed in Explorer?
For instance, I have an application that makes many .ecx files. I need the files, or more specifically the program needs the files, but I don't need to see them.
Any ideas?
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The thread discusses methods to hide specific file types from Windows Explorer. The original poster asks if there’s a way to prevent certain files, like .ecx files, from being displayed without making them hidden or using system attributes. Respondents suggest hiding individual files or making them hidden, but the original poster explains these methods are inadequate for managing files across multiple folders and highlights the lack of a straightforward, global solution—leading to the conclusion that hiding specific file types directly isn't easily achievable without third-party software.
The thread discusses methods to hide specific file types from Windows Explorer. The original poster asks if there’s a way to prevent certain files, like .ecx files, from being displayed without making them hidden or using system attributes. Respondents suggest hiding individual files or making them hidden, but the original poster explains these methods are inadequate for managing files across multiple folders and highlights the lack of a straightforward, global solution—leading to the conclusion that hiding specific file types directly isn't easily achievable without third-party software.
SteveMann
Extraordinary Member
First, it doesn't make the file hidden, it just grays out the icon. To make it disappear under this scenario I would have to enable "hide system files", which introduces other problems. (Show system files and show file extensons are the first things I change in ant Windows installation). Second, I have to do this to every one of my files - there's no global ability. I know I can select a bunch of files and change the properties on all of them, but what about those files with the same extension on other folders or drives? That's more work than it's worth.
Good try, though.
Good try, though.
