"Shortcut viruses" hide your real files and replace them with fake shortcuts. Use the Command Prompt to unmask them. Press Win + R , type cmd , and press Enter . Type your drive letter (e.g., F: ) and press Enter . Type del *.lnk to delete all fake shortcuts. Run the recovery command: attrib -s -h -r /s /d *.* . -s : Removes System attribute. -h : Removes Hidden attribute. /s & /d : Applies to all files and folders. 🔍 Method 2: Professional Scanning Tools

Macs are less susceptible, but they can still carry Windows viruses that infect other PCs.

This method reveals the hidden, real files and deletes the malicious fake shortcuts.