How can I make Nautilus automatically show hidden files?

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I know I can just hit CTRL+H to hide the hidden files, but how do I make them visible by default?

I use Ubuntu 16.04.

Under your Edit -> Preferences -> Views? – Robby1212 Jun 09 '17 at 19:48 — Robby1212, Jun 09 '17 at 19:48

score 2 · Accepted Answer · answered Jun 09 '17 at 19:51

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Go to Edit -> Settings. Then select "Show hidden and backup files" on the Views tab to permanently set this. You can read more on the GNOME desktop guide as well.

answered Jun 09 '17 at 19:51

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Looks like there is no such option anymore. – AlexP11223 Oct 14 '19 at 19:12

How can I make Nautilus automatically show hidden files?

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