The cd command stands for “change directory.” It is used to navigate between directories in the file system. By using the cd command, you can move to different directories, making it easier to manage files and directories.
Initial Example
Using cd to change to a directory called Documents:
cd Documents
CD Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
-P | Use the physical directory structure without following symbolic links |
-L | Use the logical directory structure as defined by the environment, including symbolic links |
Examples
1. Navigate to the Home Directory
Using cd without any arguments will take you to your home directory:
cd
2. Navigate to the Parent Directory
The .. argument will move you up one level to the parent directory:
cd ..
3. Navigate to a Specific Directory
You can specify the path to a specific directory:
cd /path/to/directory
4. Navigate to the Previous Directory
Using - will take you to the last directory you were in:
cd -
5. Navigate to the Root Directory
The / argument will take you to the root directory:
cd /