Linux Hidden Files: How to Show Them

There are two ways to display hidden files in Linux.

  1. Display hidden files by using the ls command with the -a option, for example:
  2. list all files, including hidden ones
  3. This will display all files in the current directory, including hidden files starting with a period.
  4. Display detailed information, including hidden files, by using the ls command with the -l option. For example:
  5. List all files and directories with detailed information.
  6. This will display all files and directories in the current directory, including hidden files starting with a dot.
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