Show hidden files in OSX

** Mac (open terminal):

  1. defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles TRUE
  2. killall Finder

** Ubuntu (on any window):

CTRL + H (toggles on/off hidden files).

OS X, the paradigm of usability MY ARSE.

(And please don’t embarras yourself saying that Mac users don’t need to know about hidden files)

November 9th, 2009 at 21:57 | incredibly annoying macs, usability | Trackback

3 Responses to “Show hidden files in OSX”

  1. Rafael Says:
    November 10th, 2009 at 21:08

    Command + Shift + . will do the trick on any open/save/etc. dialog sheet, which I find pretty elegant. It’s not as powerful as browsing while seeing all hidden files, but I don’t find myself needing to do that more often than accessing them from any particular program.

    I agree OS X is not the paradigm of usability for the average Joe, but I think it’s great for power users with aesthetic needs who are willing to learn all the hidden tricks. And there are a lot.

  2. Zarate Says:
    November 10th, 2009 at 22:37

    Nice trick, thanks Rafael : )

    “I agree OS X is not the paradigm of usability for the average Joe”

    First time I hear that! Honestly, sometimes I think I’m the only one looking Macs with a different eye.

    And I agree that there are nice touches in OSX, but the fanboyism of Mac usability and “just works” is *beyond me*.

    Nice blog btw.

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