What is the method to display hidden files or not to display hidden files in macos system?

On the macos system, we can use the simplest method to display hidden files or not display hidden files. This method is the terminal command.

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Show hidden files (note spaces and capitalization):

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles -bool true

or

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES

Do not display hidden files:

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles -bool false

or

defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles NO

After completing the input, click the Enter key, then exit the terminal directly and restart Finder.

Restart Finder: First force quit Finder, and then restart Finder.

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