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Pax Command: Copy Files Preserving Metadata
Use for copy files preserving metadata with Pax. Exact CLI syntax to copy files preserving metadata using Pax.
When to use this: Use for copy files preserving metadata with Pax.
Command Syntax
pax -rw <path/to/file1> <path/to/directory1 path/to/directory2 ...> <target/>pax -rw <path/to/file1> <path/to/directory1 path/to/directory2 ...> <target/>Command Breakdown
-rw- Command Option
- Tool-specific option used by this command invocation.
FAQ
Purpose: Exact syntax to copy files preserving metadata using Pax.
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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