Empty Folder Showing Used Space

[Sgraffito]

Hello, this is my first time here so I apologize if this is in the wrong category, but I seem to be having a bit of trouble with some of my folders and I have no idea why this is happening. @_@

Some of my folders say "Folder is Empty" when I hover my cursor over them and some say "Size: #" even though they are -all- empty. I selected "Show hidden files and folders" in my folders options and that resulted in some unseen files which I deleted. But even after I did, one folder still says that it has "45.5 KB" within it.

I feel like such an idiot because the solution is probably obvious, but right now I'm really clueless and need help. xD; Thanks if you reply.

[zipulrich]

Hi & welcome to CTH.
First, 2 questions: what version of Windows is installed, and second exactly where are these folders located (ie are they System folders? Associated with a particular program? Do they have names?)

[oracle128]

It's possible the folders with a size listed contain system files. They are like hidden files, but don't display even when "Show hidden files" is enabled. However, right below that setting in Folder Options is a check box for "Hide protected operating system files", if you want to be able to view them. These files will add to a folder's total size, but won't be listed on the folder's tool tip or shown in Windows Explorer, if you have that option checked to hide them.

[Sgraffito]

Alright, thank you. I'll try that.