Help! May need to reset my computer

I changed my settings so I could see the files hidden, but I somehow messed up so I see nothing... no icons... no files... anything. I can just see the hidden folders. Help please!

No system restore except among more than one year...

Use or not (although I don't know how you would have a point to restore system a year ago...)
 
The first question is: how are your backups?
 
Because if you did not follow any manufacturer gave you with the computer to restore the system to factory settings - you probably want to be able to restore your personal data (internet favorites/bookmarks, emails, contacts, photos, music, documents, spreadsheets, databases, saved games, installation files, serial numbers and product keys) etc.) backups after you do.

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