Some files that you don't want to show to others? Or too personal to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons that can justify the desire to hide files on your phone. Indeed, the latter is full of sensitive and personal files that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And even if you take every precaution to secure your phone, there will still be a risk that someone will gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Honor 8X . First, we will find out what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Honor 8X . And then we will find out how to hide files from your Honor 8X using an application .
Hide files on your Honor 8X manually
In the event that you want to hide files on your Honor 8X simply and quickly without having to download a third-party application, the manual technique that we will now see is the one you need.
With file manager which is installed on your Honor 8X, you will be able to hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The affected file will then no longer be displayed on your phone. However, do not be worried, it is just concealed and it will be very easy to find it. In this case, how does this process work:
- Open the file manager of your Honor 8X
- Click on the file or folder that you want to hide.
- Click the "More" button (the three vertical dots) to select "Rename".
- Add a point just before the name of the file or folder.
- Press once more on the setting » reappoint »Then on» Ok »To validate the procedure.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Honor 8X. However, it is not possible to consult them either. In the event that you want to display your folders and files again hidden , the process is just as easy:
- See you in file manager from your phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on a number of file manager applications, you may need to select " Show hidden files And activate the option.
For them to be visible again, you will have to very simply rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Honor 8X using a third-party application
The trick that you have just seen is easy and fast, however it does not allow you to keep your files safe. Indeed, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious documents. So to properly hide your files on an Honor 8X, the best solution will be to use a third party application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on Google Play Store.
In the event that you wish hide an application on your Honor 8X, discover all the solutions in this article.
Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on an Honor 8X. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it will allow you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption technique for maximum security. Its access is made by entering a PIN code or digital print . In addition, the application is not visible in the list of applications of the user, a good solution to be sure not to arouse suspicion and to avoid being interrogated by your relatives.
In the event that you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in the event of a mishap with your Honor 8X. However, this operation is only available with the Premium version.
Hide Honor 8X sound files with Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, gives the opportunity to hide above all photos and videos. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Honor 8X by securing them using a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for additional security.
The application allows for example to create a private cloud inside which you can store your precious documents, files, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this function is only available with the Premium offer.
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