Can I change ownership of multiple files?

QuestionsQuestions8 SkillsProPermissions of FilesNov, 17 2025
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Yes, you can change the ownership of multiple files at once using the chown command by listing the files separated by spaces.

Example:

To change the ownership of multiple files, you can use:

sudo chown new_owner file1.txt file2.txt file3.txt

Using Wildcards:

You can also use wildcards to change ownership for multiple files that match a pattern. For example:

sudo chown new_owner *.txt

This command changes the ownership of all .txt files in the current directory.

Summary:

  • List files directly: sudo chown new_owner file1.txt file2.txt
  • Use wildcards for patterns: sudo chown new_owner *.txt

If you have more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!

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