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Thumbs.db showing in zip file, but not showing in file explorer, Please help me how to delete this file from my computer.

Anonymous
2022-12-27T12:21:49+00:00

Hello, I have to send the zip file of my work to the client, but the Thumbs.db file shows up in the directory when I open the zip file. Also in the folder directory, there is no Thumbs.db file. So how to delete this file please help me. I have attached a screenshot of the zip file and the file explorer

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  1. DaveM121 (2) 13,715 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2022-12-27T13:15:36+00:00

    You should be able to delete the Thumbs.db file in WinRAR from that zip archive you have created.

    To see that Thumbs.db file in File Explorer,

    At the top of Explorer, click the 3 dots and select Options, then on the resulting dialog, click the View tab on the resulting dialog.

    Scroll down the list and temporarily uncheck the option to 'Hide Protected Operating System Files'

    You will then find that hidden file in that folder.

    Be sure to hide operating system files again.

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  2. Anonymous
    2022-12-27T13:19:38+00:00

    Hello Jimit, welcome to the Microsoft community, I'll be happy to help you today;

    These files are hidden files created so that the user can see the thumbnail of the folder;

    If you want to exclude this file, activate the view of Hidden Items in Windows Explorer;

    Open File Explorer and navigate to the desired folder;

    Click on View and check the option "Hidden items";

    Now you can see the thumbs.db file and you can delete it;

    If you have questions about how to do it, see the instructions in the link below:

    https://pureinfotech.com/delete-network-folder-...

    Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to provide accurate and secure information. Watch out for ads on websites that may advertise products that are often classified as PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on websites before deciding to download and install it.

    Hope this helps, see you soon!

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