Open the app (press Command + Space , type "Terminal", and press Enter). Copy and paste the following command exactly:
This keyboard shortcut toggles hidden files on and off. When you press it, you should see a change in the visibility of files and folders that were previously hidden.
If you find yourself constantly accessing a specific hidden file, you can make it permanently visible while keeping other hidden files hidden. Open . show hidden finder link
If you use this shortcut often, you might not need the Path Bar visible at all. But for visual learners, the bar is superior.
This is the fastest way to "unhide" files without digging into settings. Open the app (press Command + Space ,
Right-click anywhere in the folder and select . Check the box at the bottom that says Show Library Folder . 3. Using Terminal for a Permanent Toggle
After completing these steps, all hidden files will remain visible in Finder until you explicitly disable the setting. If you find yourself constantly accessing a specific
Have a preferred method to show hidden files in Finder? Share your tips or favorite third-party tools in the comments below!
Once inside, if you have the Path Bar enabled (from Part 2), you will see Library sitting proudly at the bottom of your window.
Deleting system files ( . ) can cause apps to crash or macOS to fail.
Understanding when you might need to access hidden files helps contextualize these methods: