For example, I know that I can define h_hidden in my form model settings and then apply it to controls.
It still works in latest a12 release, but I can no longer find any documentation for that.
I have this link in my bookmarks:
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but the content is awol.
Ah, thanks!
Haven’t found h_hidden there, though.
Should I now use -u-hidden instead?
No worries 
There is a multi-select button where you can choose different classes and it will apply directly to the section below.
I would suggest choosing u-hidden if it will apply as it is supposed to be.