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Mv Command: Rename File Or Directory
Use for rename file or directory with Mv. Exact CLI syntax to rename file or directory using Mv.
When to use this: Use for rename file or directory with Mv.
Command Syntax
mv <path/to/source> <path/to/target>mv <path/to/source> <path/to/target>Command Breakdown
mv is the base executable for this command.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to rename file or directory using Mv.
Test path: Replace placeholders and run destructive commands in a disposable workspace first.
Flag behavior: Tool version, platform, and shell can change behavior.
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