permanently show hidden files on mac

I'd like to permanently show all hidden files in the finder. I've tried the forum post here : https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3863728 but with no success.


Thanks

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.4

Posted on Jul 14, 2021 8:22 PM

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Jul 15, 2021 5:42 PM in response to bcb4422

You need to provide the exact command you are using as well as the exact error message as you most likely are issuing the command incorrectly in some way. Copy and paste the text from the Terminal app into the "Code Insertion" tool with the icon that looks like "<>".


Not sure if this option will fit your needs, but you can also toggle hidden files on/off within the Finder by pressing Command + Shift + Period (or Dot):

https://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/show-hidden-files-mac-3520878/

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