How to view OS files in hidden folders?

[macmesser]

The below OS standard files were erroneously flagged by my anti-virus program as malware infected. I would like to verify that the anti-virus did not quarantine or delete them but the files are apparently in a hidden folder. How can I view them?

/Volumes/Boot/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/SpeechObjects.framework/Versions/A/Frameworks/DictationServices.framework/Versions/A/Resources/animatedWhiteFill.ca

/Volumes/Boot/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/SpeechObjects.framework/Versions/A/Frameworks/DictationServices.framework/Versions/A/Resources/animatedBackground.ca
[doublepost=1515813320][/doublepost]Well, I used ls command in terminal and verified that the files were still present. Is there a way to do this in the GUI? I guess not. Any way to do it would probably be more complicated rather than less. I guess I need to learn to use command line.

 

[PinballMagician]

Press “command+shift+.” at the same time to toggle between showing hidden files.

 

[ItWasNotMe]

Try TinkerTool - http://www.bresink.com/osx/0TinkerTool/details.html

You can turn viewing hidden files (and other things) on and off as an additional preference via UI

 

[Fishrrman]

There is a file management utility called "Commander One" that comes in a free version.

It will show you invisible files/folders, and let you manipulate them as required.

"Pathfinder" can also do this.

 

[macmesser]

There is a file management utility called "Commander One" that comes in a free version.

It will show you invisible files/folders, and let you manipulate them as required.

"Pathfinder" can also do this.

Thanks. Will check it out.
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Try TinkerTool - http://www.bresink.com/osx/0TinkerTool/details.html

You can turn viewing hidden files (and other things) on and off as an additional preference via UI

Thanks for reply. I saw this in a Mac Life article once.
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Press “command+shift+.” at the same time to toggle between showing hidden files.

Thanks for tip.

 

[posguy99]

Also, lose the A/V application while you're at it.

 

[macmesser]

Also, lose the A/V application while you're at it.

Thanks for reply. What A/V app are you referring to?

 

[ItWasNotMe]

Thanks for reply. What A/V app are you referring to?

Your Anti-Virus, they aren't liked by some people. Still its your machine not posguy's.