A few folders that you don't want to share with those around you? Or too sensitive to leave them in full view? Many reasons can lead you to hide data on his mobile phone. In fact, the latter is full of sensitive and personal data that should not fall into the hands of just anyone. And despite all the precautions to protect your smartphone, there will always be a risk that someone can have access to it. This is why you will have to find the best solution for hide files on your HUAWEI Mate Xs . First of all we will see what techniques are there to manually hide your data on your HUAWEI Mate Xs . After that we will see how to hide the files of your HUAWEI Mate Xs using an application .
Hide files on your HUAWEI Mate Xs manually
If you want to hide files on your HUAWEI Mate Xs simply and quickly without the need to download a specific application, the manual technique that we will now discuss is the one you need.
With file manager you have on your HUAWEI Mate Xs, you can hide one or more files by adding a single “. ” in front of his name. The file we are talking about will then no longer be displayed on your mobile phone. However don't worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So how does this procedure work:
- Open the file manager of your HUAWEI Mate Xs
- Select the file or folder that you want to hide.
- Click the "More" button (the three vertical dots) to select "Rename".
- Add a point at the start the name of the file or folder.
- Once again press the option » reappoint »Then on» Ok To validate the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your HUAWEI Mate Xs. However, you cannot watch them either. If you want to show your folders and files again hidden , the procedure is just as simple:
- Go to file manager from your mobile phone
- Press the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point, on a number of data manager applications, you may need to choose " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will very easily have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide data on your HUAWEI Mate Xs using a specific application
The solution you have just discovered is simple and quick, however it does not give the possibility of securing your data. In fact, anyone who knows this maneuver can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your data on a HUAWEI Mate Xs, the best solution will be to use a specific application as we will now see with two of the most successful apps on the Google Play Store.
If you ever want hide an application on your HUAWEI Mate Xs, discover all the solutions in this guide.
Hide files using the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications top rated to protect and hide your files on a HUAWEI Mate Xs. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application compared to its competitors is that it allows you to hide data, 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.
If you want, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of files in a mishap with your HUAWEI Mate Xs. However, this operation is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide HUAWEI Mate Xs sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, allows you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient in hiding the data of your HUAWEI Mate Xs by securing it with a password or authentication with fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with unique codes for additional security.
The application allows for example to create a private cloud in which you can store your precious documents, data, videos and photos to retrieve them later. Your data is therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note this feature is only available with the Premium offer.
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