Having a phone that takes high definition videos is now essential. However, we have got into the habit of keeping all our videos on our phone, and therefore we run the risk of a loved one, or a possible thief, being able to spy on your private space. Although almost everyone uses a password or fingerprint to unlock their screen, it is useful to know how to hide videos on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold? This will allow you to be much more peaceful and still keep all your videos on your phone. With this in mind, first of all we will teach you how to hide videos from your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold without using an application, and then using a specific application.
How to hide videos on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold without app?
There are two ways to hide videos on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. We will first show you two techniques that will prevent you from downloading third-party applications that can use your phone's internal memory and can slow down your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold.
Hide your folder to hide videos from your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold without using a third-party application
First of the techniques, we will quickly teach you how to hide videos from your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold without having to use a specific application. You will not need specific knowledge of new technologies. If you know a minimum of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and are resourceful, you will, using our explanations, very simply carry out this procedure. It consists of hiding a folder from your photo or video viewing application. You will have to go directly to the folder to view them. Here it is:
- Launch your application » My files "
- Create a folder.
- Move the photos and videos from your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold that you want to hide.
- Change the name of the folder by entering a ". Before the name. This will have the effect of making the folder and everything in it inaccessible for your photo and video viewer app.
- Example " . videos »
To browse this folder you will need to activate the option in your settings of the file management application » show hidden files ". If you want to know how to hide files on a samsung galaxy z fold, do not hesitate to consult our guide on the subject.
Create a file that will make your videos invisible on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold
Second option, you can insert a file that will make the folder invisible. To do this, you will need to have a good file manager and it is possible that the native application on your phone is not suitable for performing this intervention. Indeed, creating a file is not possible on all applications. For those who can, here's how:
- Start the file manager application of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold.
- Create a folder in which you want to hide your videos.
- Upload the relevant content there.
- Create a file in this directory that you will call » . nomedia ". Please note that the dot must be in front of the file name.
You will therefore have to go directly to the folder to view these videos, they will not be visible from the application ” Gallery of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold.
How to Hide Videos on Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Using an App
Finally, on the assumption that you do not want to take the lead and wander through your folders, you can always use an application to hide your videos on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold. The handling is really simple, you just have to install the application we are talking about and install it. We tested various applications before selecting two that we believe are the most relevant. Both are free apps . Here are the two that we wanted to present to you:
- Vault : This application is complete and does not offer any "In-app" purchases or other annoying advertisements while using the app. In addition to hiding the videos of your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold with a password, you will be able to secure applications by hiding the icons. Finally, you will also benefit from cloud storage which will allow you in the event that you lose your phone to recover your data.
- Vault Gallery : An application that integrates the essentials. Indeed, you will be able to very easily transfer your videos that you do not want to leave accessible to everyone to an encrypted safe. The advantage of this app is that it will be impossible for any user to know that data is hidden. You'll even be able to hide the Gallery Vault app icon to make sure no one can spot the trick.
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