2.4.2. Hidden files and directories

In addition to the default directories mentioned earlier, there are hidden files and directories in home directory (Fig. 34). They have a dot (.) character at the beginning of their file name.

Fig. 34 Hidden files and directories in home directory

You can view (or hide) these files using the following menu entry in file manager:

View ‣ Show Hidden Files

Alternatively, you can use the Ctrl + h keyboard shortcut.