How can I always show my user's 'library' folder in macOS Sierra? [duplicate]
Question
I’ve just upgraded to a much newer Mac after having been on an old MBP running Snow Leopard. There’s a lot to learn in the major jump from 10.6 to 10.12. One change is that my user’s Library folder is invisible.
I did Google this and see I can hold down the option key to make the Library folder visible when I need it to be, but is there a way to always make it visible so I don’t have to do this extra step every time?
Solution
Yes. Probably the easiest way is:
- Click on the Finder icon in your Dock (usually the very first icon)
- In the Finder window that appears, click on your username in the Sidebar (see note at end if it's not listed)
- Now go to View > Show View Options (or press commandJ)
- Now tick the Checkbox next to the Show Library Folder option (it's the bottom checkbox - see screenshot below)
- Now your Library folder will remain visible as you were previously used to.
NOTE: If your username is not visible in the Sidebar, then go to Finder > Preferences, select the Sidebar tab and then select the checkbox next to your username at the bottom of the Favourites list.
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