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Hide files in Linux without using the dot

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Mar 15, 202636693 views
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I wish to hide files in Linux without using the dot, since it's possible in Windows. Is there a way to do this?

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Create a file in the directory with the names of the files to be hidden (one name each line). Then add the following to your : Now your command does not list these files. I use this technique to hide my and files. EDIT: as per an other comment this …

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