How to Unhide Devices in Finder: A Quick Guide

Learn how to easily unhide devices in Finder on your Mac with our step-by-step guide.

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Unhiding devices in Finder can be easily done by navigating to Finder Preferences. First, open Finder and click on Finder in the menu bar, then select Preferences. Under the Sidebar tab, check the boxes for the devices you want to appear, such as External disks, CDs, DVDs, and iOS devices. This will make them visible in the Finder sidebar.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I show external devices in Finder on my Mac? To show external devices in Finder, open Finder, go to the menu bar, select Finder, then Preferences. Under the Sidebar tab, check the boxes for External disks and other devices you want to display.
  2. Why can’t I see my external hard drive in Finder? If your external hard drive is not showing in Finder, check if it's connected properly, ensure it's powered on, and verify that it’s enabled in Finder preferences under the Sidebar tab.
  3. What should I do if devices are still hidden after making changes in Finder Preferences? If devices remain hidden after checking Finder Preferences, try restarting Finder, reconnecting the devices, or restarting your Mac, as this may resolve visibility issues.
  4. Can I customize what appears in the Finder sidebar? Yes, you can customize the Finder sidebar by opening Finder Preferences, navigating to the Sidebar tab, and checking or unchecking the boxes for the items you want to show or hide.