Files & Search
Overview
Finding files and manipulating the filesystem are daily tasks. These tools help you search, navigate, and manage files efficiently.
In This Section
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
find, grep, fd, ripgrep, locate - comprehensive searching across files and content. |
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ls, cp, mv, rm, chmod, chown, and advanced file manipulation. |
Search Tool Comparison
| Tool | Purpose | Speed |
|---|---|---|
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POSIX, everywhere, powerful expressions |
Moderate |
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Modern find alternative, sane defaults |
Fast |
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Search file contents |
Moderate |
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Fast grep alternative, respects .gitignore |
Very fast |
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Database search (mlocate) |
Instant |