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How do you cd to a hidden system folder in Windows 10 command prompt

If I try to change directory inside the Windows 10 command prompt to a hidden system folder, even if I run as administrator, I get an Access is Denied message.

Example: 

cd C:\Windows\System32\config\system

When I type in: dir /a the folder is shown

I could take ownership of the folder, but I can't help but think there is a better way.

Solution

  • On my Windows 10 machine, "system" is a file, not a directory. cd to c:\Windows\System32\config instead.