How to encrypt files and folders with EFS on Windows 10

EFS (Encrypted File Service) system is built into the computer, including Windows 10 with the function of setting a password to protect the computer, or important folders when people often use the computer. friend.

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No one is sure that every folder in your computer will always be safe, not accessed or viewed by others, especially for those who work in a complex environment or have to share a computer. So the effective solution in this case is to encrypt the directories. In this article, we will show you how to encrypt files using the familiar EFS tool.

You can refer to file encryption on Windows XP, Vista, 7 using EFS or on Windows 8 and 8.1 Pro.

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Select the folder you want to encrypt, right-click and choose Properties and select Advanced .

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The table of Advanced Attibutes appears. Select Encrypt contents to secure data and click OK . Continue clicking OK as shown below.

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Immediately, the new message appears at the bottom right corner of the screen as shown. Click the arrow to access the Encrypting File System window.