How can I add a library in Xcode which is in a hidden directory?

Question

I want to add libboost_filesystem.dylib to my Xcode target as a library to link to, but Boost is installed in /opt/local/lib.

/opt is hidden and not accessible from the open panel, so I cannot select the dylib:

How can I add the library to my target?

Answer 1

Cmd-Shift-G in any open dialog under OS X triggers "go to folder" (in which you can enter any path). Alternatively you can open /opt/local/lib in the Terminal (which opens the folder in a Finder window), then drag the library into your project.

Answer 2

You can first make the finder show all files. Maybe "defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles -bool true" will be worked.