I actually have an extension that adds a little expandable section called "Hidden Files" at the bottom of the explorer pane, where I can open it and add a check

I actually have an extension that adds a little expandable section called "Hidden Files" at the bottom of the explorer pane, where I can open it and add a check beside the files I want to hide. In some projects, I change it at leisure, which usually means I'm hiding any files that never have any bearing on my day to day work. Sorry I don't remember the exact name of the extension.