Ever felt like your Mac was hiding something from you? It probably is! macOS hides certain files and folders to prevent accidental modifications that could destabilize your system. But sometimes, you need to access these hidden gems. So, how do you reveal them?
It's surprisingly simple. The quickest method is using the keyboard shortcut: **Command + Shift + Period (.)**. Pressing these keys simultaneously will toggle the visibility of hidden files. Press them again to re-hide them.
Alternatively, you can use the Terminal. Open Terminal (search for it in Spotlight). Then, type `defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES` and press Enter. Next, type `killall Finder` and press Enter. This will restart Finder and show hidden files. To hide them again, replace `YES` with `NO` in the first command and repeat the `killall Finder` command.
Whether you're troubleshooting an issue or just curious, knowing how to show hidden files on your Mac is a valuable skill. Just remember to be cautious when modifying or deleting files you didn't create!
