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I need to use Automator to backup some of config files in my Mac. But I don't know how to get a hidden file in the file browser dialog. I chose "Get Specified Finder Items" task then click Add, but the file browser didn't show the hidden files I want to select.

How can I get the hidden files I need?

Thank you and have a good day!

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It wouldn't hurt if you edited your question to remove Automator references. All applications behave this same way in Mac OS X if the developer didn't extend the file dialog (e.g. in TextMate) – Daniel Beck Jan 24 '11 at 20:28
Is it better now, Daniel? – Ngoc Pham Jan 24 '11 at 20:41
I'd say so. Now the title is generic enough to be useful to users of other programs. – Daniel Beck Jan 24 '11 at 20:56
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Press Cmd-Shift-. in the file dialog to show hidden files.

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Perfect!!! Thank you Daniel. – Ngoc Pham Jan 24 '11 at 20:35
Holy crap, who knew? – emmby Apr 6 '11 at 15:46
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