Linux hidden files begin with a dot, such as .htaccess and .user.ini. File Manager can hide these files unless the option to display them is enabled.
- Open File Manager.
- Click Settings.
- Enable Show Hidden Files (dotfiles).
- Click Save.
Hidden files often control important website behavior. Before editing a file such as .htaccess, download a copy or create another recoverable copy in a safe location. A syntax error can affect the site immediately.