It's like a folder but is technically a file.

These are the files that you open up and you drag the app onto the Applications folder to install it. When you download a new application, it will most likely come in a DMG file. If you're looking for a free way to protect your stuff, OS X has you covered for this one. While MacHider is a great way to password protect your files and folders, it does cost money. Now when you open MacHider, you will have to provide that password to reveal your files.ĭon't forget that password! If you get locked out, you're going to have a real tough time getting them back. Check 'Require Password' and enter a new password. Click the green lock button in the toolbar to bring up the presences window. The last thing you need to do in MacHider is enable a password. Loading MacHider up again will unhide the file automatically. Because I enabled Auto Hide, when I close MacHider the folder is automatically hidden. To add files to your new group, just drag and drop them onto it. 'Auto Hide' is an optional setting that causes MacHider to automatically hide the files within the group when it's closed, and unhide it when it is opened. You can choose your own, or from a their list. Here you can apply a Group Name and Icon. Right click the newly created group and select Edit Group. Create a new group by clicking the plus button at the bottom. If you want, you can create file groups to better organize the files you have hidden. Turning MacHider off for that file will make the file appear once again. MacHider is a really easy to use application, all you have to do is drop files on the window and switch on 'Hide.' Once activated, you will notice that the file has disappeared.

You can hide entire folders along with files in MacHider.

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