zhanghai / zhanghai/MaterialFiles

[Bug] Search doesn't respect the "Show hidden files" option

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Description

If the Show hidden files option is not enabled then search results should not include files in the hidden directories.

But currently, search results show hidden files even if the Show hidden files option is disabled.

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Research direction

Start by locating the search implementation and the code that reads the "Show hidden files" option. Reproduce the issue with hidden directories present, then verify that search results exclude them when the option is disabled and include them when it is enabled.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
48/100

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