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The pwd command
Prints the full path of the folder you are in. It is your reference when you get lost.
Syntax
pwdMost useful options
-PShows the physical path, without symbolic linksCopy-ready examples
$ pwdWhere am I?$ cd Documentos && pwdMove and confirmYou can try them in the browser terminal: it does not touch your computer.
Typical mistakes
- pwd shows the logical path: if you entered through a link, you see the link.
FAQ
Does pwd change folder?
No: it only reports. You use cd to move.
What does the leading slash mean?
That the path is absolute: it starts at the system root.
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