Some documents that you do not assume? Or too sensitive to leave them for everyone to see? There are many reasons why you might want to hide files on your mobile phone. In fact, this one 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 device, there will still be a risk that someone can gain access to it. This is the reason why you will have to find the best way to hide files on your Xiaomi . To begin with, we will see what techniques exist to manually hide your files on your Xiaomi . And then we will see how to hide files from your Xiaomi using an application .
Hide files on your Xiaomi manually
If you want to hide files on your Xiaomi simply and quickly without having to download a specific application, the manual procedure that we will now discuss is the one you need.
With file manager that you have on your Xiaomi, you can hide one or more files by adding a simple “. ”In front of the latter's name. The file in question will then no longer be displayed on your mobile phone. However, do not worry, it is only hidden and it will be very easy to find it. So, how does this process work:
- Open the file manager of your Xiaomi
- Choose 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.
- Click once more on the option " reappoint »Then on» Ok To validate the process.
Your folders or files are now hidden on your Xiaomi. 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:
- Go to file manager from your mobile phone
- Click on the menu » Settings »
- then uncheck " Hide system files ". At this point in the procedure, on some file manager applications, you may need to click " Show hidden files And activate the button.
To make them reappear permanently, you will simply have to rename them again by removing the “. " front.
Hide files on your Xiaomi using a specific application
The solution that you have just discovered is quick and easy, however it does not provide the possibility of putting your files in a safe place. In fact, anyone familiar with this practice can discover your precious files. So to properly hide your files on a Xiaomi, the best solution will be to call on a specific application as we will now see with two of the most powerful apps on the Google Play Store.
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Hide files with the Privary app
The app Private is one of the applications best rated to secure and hide your files on a Xiaomi. There is a free version and a paid version. The main advantage of this application over its competitors is that it will allow you to hide files, photos and videos with a encryption procedure 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 arousing the curiosity of some people.
If you wish, Privary saves your data in your Private google drive to avoid any loss of data in the event of a problem with your Xiaomi. However, this option is only accessible with the Premium version.
Hide Xiaomi sound files using Keepsafe
The Keepsafe , in free or paid version, will allow you to hide photos and videos above all. However, it is also very efficient at hiding the files of your Xiaomi by securing them with a password or authentication with a fingerprint. You can still lock each folder individually present in the application with specific codes for increased security.
The application will allow for example to create a private cloud inside which you can store your sensitive documents, files, videos and photos for later retrieval. Your files are therefore available at any time and from any mobile phone, by entering your account and password on the application. Please note that this option is only accessible with the Premium offer.
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