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Linux Basic Commands

2. pwd

pwd

pwd Command in Linux

pwd stands for Print Working Directory.
It shows the full path of your current location in the filesystem.

🔹 Basic Syntax:

pwd

🔹 Example:

Let’s say you open a terminal and type:

pwd

Output:

/

👉 This means you're currently in the Documents folder, inside the ashwin user's home directory.

🔹 When to Use:

  • To know where you are in the system.

  • Useful while working with nested directories.

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