How to show specific hidden file in file browser dialog - Mac OS X

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I need to use Automator to backup some of config files in my Mac. But I don't know how to get a hidden file in the file browser dialog. I chose "Get Specified Finder Items" task then click Add, but the file browser didn't show the hidden files I want to select.

How can I get the hidden files I need?

Thank you and have a good day!

Ngoc Pham

Posted 2011-01-24T20:22:30.387

Reputation: 478

Answers

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Press Cmd-Shift-. in the file dialog to show hidden files.

Daniel Beck

Posted 2011-01-24T20:22:30.387

Reputation: 98 421