System 7: Locating the Original of an Alias

How can I find the original of an alias?
The Finder can show you both the original and its pathname. Follow these
steps:

  1. Select the alias.
  2. Choose Get Info from the File menu. The path to the original is listed after the heading "Original" in the Info window.
  3. Click the Find Original button. A Finder window containing the selected original opens.

Published Date: Feb 18, 2012