How to view hidden files on a Mac

Have you ever wondered how to show hidden files on your Mac? In this guide, I will show you different ways to make hidden files visible on your Mac.

1. Show hidden files via Finder

The easiest way to view hidden files on a Mac is through Finder. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Finder.
  2. Press the key combination Command + Shift + . (Point)
  3. You will see the hidden files appear
  4. Press the same key combination again to hide the files again

2. Show hidden files with the terminal

If you prefer to use the command line, you can also view hidden files using the Terminal. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the terminal.
  2. Give the command defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES and press the Enter-Button.
  3. Hold the Oldkey and right-click the Finder icon in the Dock.
  4. Select 'Restart' to restart Finder.
  5. The Finder now shows all hidden files.

3. Show hidden files with an app

There are also apps that are specifically designed to show hidden files on a Mac. One popular app is Hidden Files Toggle. To view hidden files with this app, follow these steps:

  1. loading Hidden Files Toggle download and install it.
  2. Open the app.
  3. Click on Showto show the hidden files.

These different methods will help you to view and access hidden files on your Mac. However, please remember that modifying or deleting hidden files may affect the system.

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