Enhance Copying and Moving with Advcpmv

Introduction

The advcpmv tool is an enhanced version of the traditional cp and mv commands found in Linux. It incorporates additional features such as progress bars and speed indicators, making it a valuable utility for managing large file transfers or directory migrations with better visual feedback and control.

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Maximizing File Operations with Advcpmv

Based on the advcpmv_test folder, let's dive into how you can utilize advcpmv for maximizing file operations in terminal.

Basic Copy Operation

Start by copying a small text file from the advcpmv_test directory to the /tmp directory. This command allows you to see advcpmv in action with a simple operation:

advmv -g advcpmv_test/file1.txt /tmp

This command will display a progress bar for the file being copied, which may complete very quickly due to the small size of the file; -g triggers the progress bar feature, providing real-time feedback on the progress of the operation.

Large Files Operation

When dealing with larger files, the progress indication becomes more significant. Use the following command to move a large file within the directory structure, observing the progress bar and speed of the transfer:

advcp -gR advcpmv_test/ /tmp

-R is used for recursive copying of directories, including all subdirectories and files. This operation displays individual progress bars for each file being copied, including the large files, which helps to monitor the progress of the entire operation.

Summary

Within the advcpmv_test environment, advcpmv showcases its capabilities in enhancing file operations with visual feedback. From simple file transfers to complex directory migrations, the tool offers valuable insights into the progress, speed, and expected completion times, making file management tasks more transparent and manageable.