Save it for your next macOS deep-dive, and share it with a friend who keeps asking "Where did my Photoshop presets go?"
: Some users prefer the YES/NO syntax instead of -bool true/false . Both work identically:
Now, Library will live in your sidebar permanently, even after a reboot.
Copy the pathname using the shortcut detailed above. show hidden finder link
Navigate to the folder where you suspect hidden items exist. Press simultaneously.
If you prefer to see the full folder path at the top of your window instead of the bottom, you can force Finder to display the complete directory string in its title bar using a quick Terminal command.
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Sometimes the whole “Locations” section collapses. Go to and re‑check items like “External disks,” “CDs, DVDs, and iOS Devices,” or “Bonjour computers.”
For most users, Funter provides the perfect balance of simplicity and functionality.
A clickable breadcrumb trail will appear at the bottom of your Finder window. You can double-click any folder link in this path to jump directly to that directory level. 4. Show the Hard Drive Link on Your Desktop Navigate to the folder where you suspect hidden items exist
The ~/Library folder contains your personal application data, caches, and preference links. Apple permanently hides this folder to keep users safe, but you can bridge the link using two different methods. Method A: The "Go to Folder" Link Open .
using Time Machine before altering deep application support or system cache files.
chflags nohidden ~/Desktop/secret_folder_link
If you want the Library folder to stay visible forever: Open your Home folder (Command + Shift + H).