Cp command in Linux with examples

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The cp command in Linux is a powerful tool that is used to copy files and directories from one location to another. It is an essential tool for managing files and directories on the Linux (and other UNIX-based systems) command line, and its functionality extends to a wide range of use cases. This guide on… continue reading.
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Tip: Use cp with --parents to preserve directory structure when copying files.

For example:

cp --parents /path/to/source/file /path/to/destination/

This will create the same directory structure inside /path/to/destination as the source path, such as /path/to/source/file.

It’s especially handy for copying files from deeply nested directories while keeping their paths intact like for backups or deployments.