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cd command


Definition:

The cd command stands for Change Directory.

It is used to move between folders in Linux.

You can navigate to your own directories or system-provided directories like / (root), /home, or other default folders.

Syntax:

cd [directory_name_or_path]

Example 1: Move into a folder (relative path)

$ cd Documents

Explanation: Moves into the Documents folder inside the current directory.

Example 2: Move into a subfolder (relative path)

$ cd Documents/Projects

Explanation: Moves into the Projects subfolder inside Documents.

Example 3: Go back one directory

$ cd ..

Explanation: Takes you one step back from your current directory.

Example 4: Go directly to home directory

$ cd ~

Explanation: Moves you directly to your user's home folder.

Example 5: Move using absolute path

$ cd /home/user/Desktop

Explanation: Moves directly to the Desktop folder from anywhere in the system.