Move Directory Linux - 2 Easy Methods

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To move a directory on Linux, you can use:

  • mv command
  • GUI

1. Using the mv Command

1. Press CTRL+ALT+T to open the terminal.

2. Type “mv /path/to/source/directory /path/to/destination/directory” and hit Enter.

moving directory on Linux using mv command

3. Navigate to the destination directory with “cd /path/to/destination/directory“.

4. List the content for verification via “ls“.

listing content of the destination directory

2. Using GUI

1. Navigate to the source directory.

2. Right-click on it and select “Move to…” option.

moving a directory via GUI on Linux

3. Open the destination directory and click “Select“.

selecting destination directory via GUI

4. Verify.

Verifying existence of moved directory via GUI

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So, now you know how to move a directory on Linux! If you have any tips, share them in the comments below.

Deyan Georgiev

Deyan Georgiev Shield

Managing Editor and Cybersecurity Expert

Deyan Georgiev is the managing editor at MSPowerUser. He is a certified cybersecurity and IoT technology expert, focused on data security.

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