Linux Hidden Files: How to Show Them
There are two ways to display hidden files in Linux.
- Display hidden files by using the ls command with the -a option, for example:
- list all files, including hidden ones
- This will display all files in the current directory, including hidden files starting with a period.
- Display detailed information, including hidden files, by using the ls command with the -l option. For example:
- List all files and directories with detailed information.
- This will display all files and directories in the current directory, including hidden files starting with a dot.