Mac Os Show Hidden Files Fix -

If you wish to hide the files again later, repeat the process but change TRUE to FALSE :

This report outlines the various methods to view hidden files and folders on macOS. Apple hides certain files (typically those starting with a dot, like .gitignore or .bash_profile ) to prevent accidental user modification or deletion. mac os show hidden files

If you take away only one thing from this guide, remember this keyboard command: If you wish to hide the files again

Apple assumes — reasonably — that most users don’t need to see these files. They add clutter. They invite accidents. mac os show hidden files

Open (in /Applications/Utilities/ ) and run: