Termux basic commands help you manage files, folders, and navigate your system easily. These are the first commands every beginner should learn.
Basic Termux Commands List
| Command | Use | Example |
|---|---|---|
| pwd | Show current directory | pwd |
| ls | List files and folders | ls |
| ls -a | Show hidden files | ls -a |
| cd | Change directory | cd foldername |
| cd .. | Go back one folder | cd .. |
| cd ~ | Go to home directory | cd ~ |
| mkdir | Create folder | mkdir myfolder |
| rmdir | Delete empty folder | rmdir myfolder |
| touch | Create file | touch file.txt |
| cp | Copy file | cp file.txt copy.txt |
| mv | Move/Rename file | mv old.txt new.txt |
| rm | Delete file | rm file.txt |
| rm -r | Delete folder | rm -r foldername |
| clear | Clear screen | clear |
| exit | Exit Termux | exit |
These basic commands are enough to start using Termux. Once you understand these, you can easily move to advanced tools and commands.
Quick Examples
Create a folder and go inside:
mkdir test
cd testCreate a file:
touch hello.txtCheck files:
lsDelete file:
rm hello.txtUse help command to understand any command:
ls --help