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macOS uses a Unix-based file system where files and folders prefixed with a dot ( . ) are hidden by default to prevent accidental modification (e.g., .bash_profile , .git , .DS_Store ).

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By default, macOS hides certain files and folders to prevent accidental deletion or modification. However, there are times when you may need to access these hidden files, such as when troubleshooting or configuring advanced settings. Here's how to show hidden files on a Mac: macOS uses a Unix-based file system where files