Can't see user library files in macOS

Learn how to access content in the user Library folder in macOS using one of these methods. 

Method 1

Launch Finder and select Go. In the expanded menu, press the option key to make the Library visibleYou can now select Library to view the user library files.

Go Menu

To permanently view the Library option, open Finder and select Go > Home. Then, select View > Show View Options and check the Show Library Folder checkbox.  

Tip:

After you open the Library folder, you can drag the Library icon from the top of that window to the Dock, sidebar, or toolbar to make it readily accessible.

Method 2

  1. In Finder, choose Go > Go to Folder.

  2. In the Go To Folder dialog box, type ~/Library

  3. Press Return. The Library folder opens, showing all user library files. 

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