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Show hidden files on macOS and mac OSX

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The fast path using Finder

Since the release of macOS Sierra it is possible to use the following:

  • Open the Finder application
  • Press CMD + SHIFT + .

The long path using the Terminal

For older versions of the mac OSX use the following:

  • Open the Terminal application
  • Paste the following code into the Terminaldefaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES
  • Press the return key