mv Command

Lesson in the Shell / Bash Roadmap · Stage 9: Stop Execution

Last updated 14 September 2026

What is mv Command?

The mv command in Unix-like operating systems is used to move or rename files and directories. It allows you to relocate files from one directory to another, effectively changing their location within the file system. Additionally, mv can be used to change the name of a file or directory without altering its location.

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Can I learn mv Command in Hindi?

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Is this mv Command tutorial for beginners?

It is lesson 36 of 166 in the free Shell / Bash roadmap, in stage 9, Stop Execution. If you are new to Shell / Bash, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.