Hello,
Really a dumb question, but will blame it on my Sr. Citizen status now.
Looked in File Explorer, etc., but just cannot find it.
How do I see and get to a listing like "program Files (x86)" ?
Such as what easily appears in W7
Where is it located, exactly ( the "program files" complete list with the x86 suffix) ?
I can find the program files, but not with the x86
Much thanks, appreciate the help,
B.
First I wonder why your posting 10blog instead of 7blog not that its a big deal.
If you can't find that folder, it would suggest your using the 32-bit version of Windows. You can check by going to Control PanelSystem and SecuritySystem and it'll say what version you have.
Do you have a 32 or 64 bit OS?
The "Program files (x86)" folder only exists in a 64 bit OS and is used for 32 bit programs. 32 bit operating systems have only the "Program files" folder.
Hi again,
Much thanks for help; really appreciated.
Most definitely I'm running a 64 bit W10 system.
New Dell desktop.
I finally found the Program Files Folder with the (86) suffix.
It was a "Hidden File"
Is this normal ?
Do I have to now have the option to "show Hidden Files" always turned on ?
What is happening, please ?
Thanks again,
BobDo you have a 32 or 64 bit OS?
The "Program files (x86)" folder only exists in a 64 bit OS and is used for 32 bit programs. 32 bit operating systems have only the "Program files" folder.
Dell might have set the PC up so it is a hidden folder. Hard to say really.. with mine it wasn't hidden.
Mine shows both not hidden
If you click
File Explorer
Then C drive
Then you should be able to see it there
Most definitely I'm running a 64 bit W10 system. I finally found the Program Files Folder with the (86) suffix. It was a "Hidden File"
Open C Drive. Right click Program Files (x86) /click properties to get window at right. Make sure 'Hidden' is un-checked. Should look like screen capture attached. No need to fool with View tab in left Explorer window.
He solved it.. the folder was hidden and he knew where it was/is located.
It is a good practice to keep all folders unhidden. That is always one of the first settings I make. This hidden folder business is not useful in my book.
