We’ve discussed accessing hidden files and folders in Mac OS X before, but many users don’t know that they can also create their own hidden items. While not secure against an experienced set of prying eyes, using hidden files and folders is a quick and easy way to keep sensitive items out of view on your Mac. We’ll show you how to create a hidden folder in which to store your private files. In OS X, hidden files begin with…
How to Show Hidden Files on Mac OS X
Like nearly every operating system, Mac OS X hides certain files and folders from the user by default. These files, which often contain system configuration information, are invisible to the user but can be revealed with a Terminal command. The command to show hidden files on Mac OS X is: defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles TRUE; killall Finder While this works really well, unless you plan to frequently access hidden files, showing them will merely clutter up your desktop and folders. If…