OS X lets users “hide” applications on the desktop, which leaves the app open but removes all of its windows from view. As a result, hidden apps are sometimes difficult to keep track of, so here’s a simple Terminal command that will dim the Dock icon of any hidden app, allowing you to quickly see which apps are currently hidden on your Mac.
How to Clean Up and Hide Desktop Icons in OS X
Many Mac users view their desktop as a catch-all repository for their files, documents, and projects, making it a potentially disorganized mess in many instances. If you need to quickly clean up your desktop for a screenshot or screencast, don’t waste time manually moving files. Use this simple Terminal command instead.
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