24 June 2017

Ubuntu 16.04: How to Show Hidden Folders and Files

How to show hidden folders and files in the Nautilus file explorer on Ubuntu 16.04:
  1. Open the file explorer.
  2. Open the View menu and check Show Hidden Files. You can also use the Ctrl+H keyboard shortcut.
  3. To turn this on permanently, go to Edit → Preferences.
  4. Under Default View, check Show hidden and backup files.