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How to show hidden files in Finder?

iryna March 5, 2020 Macbook

By default, the Finder does not show any files or folders that begin with a dot.

To allow Finder to show hidden files, run the following command in the console:

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles TRUE ; killall Finder

To hide the display of hidden files again, use the command:

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles FALSE ; killall Finder

If you find it difficult to work with the Terminal/Console, then in the Finder use this combination:

Command Shift .

In this way, you can both disable and enable the ability to view hidden files, such as .htaccess, .ftpaccess, .git, etc.

About iryna

I'm Iryna, a web developer from Ukraine with a decade of experience solving complex technical challenges in the world of freelance. Throughout my career, I've worked on everything from troubleshooting server-side issues and optimizing website performance to enhancing user interfaces. On this blog, I share detailed solutions to the technical problems I’ve encountered and methods that have worked best for me. In addition to my technical expertise, I’m also passionate about digital drawing. I hope the tutorials and insights I provide here will help both fellow developers and creatives alike in their own projects.

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