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Keep in mind that macOS High Sierra and later versions have a slightly different approach to hiding and showing files through the interface and Terminal. The methods described above are generally applicable across recent macOS versions.

The most efficient way to view hidden items is through a built-in keyboard combination while in a Finder window. : Command + Shift + . (Period). show hidden finder link

| Need | Search / Source | |------|----------------| | | Google Scholar: "AppleShowAllFiles" macOS or chflags hidden file | | Forensic | SANS DFIR, Black Hat: macOS hidden files forensic analysis | | Practical | man chflags , man defaults , or Apple TN1150 | Keep in mind that macOS High Sierra and

Windows also hides system-critical files and specific folders marked with the "Hidden" attribute. Hide your files like a hacker (5 Ways) : Command + Shift +