pwd Command - Print Working Directory

The pwd command displays the absolute path of the current working directory.

Syntax

pwd [options]

Common Options

• -L: Display the logical current directory (default).
• -P: Display the physical current directory without symbolic links.

Examples

pwd

pwd -P

Notes

• The pwd command is commonly used in shell scripts and when working with directories to verify the current location.
• The default behavior is usually equivalent to pwd -L.