How to Exclude Directories from the Find Command Search in Linux

Posted by linuxer on Jul 27, 2024 6:28 AM EDT
linuxconfig.org; By Lubos Rendek
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In this article, we will delve into the methods for explicitly excluding directories from the find command‘s search in Linux. The find command is a powerful utility for searching for files and directories within a directory hierarchy. However, there are scenarios where you may want to exclude certain directories from your search to speed up the process or to avoid irrelevant results. We’ll explore different options and provide practical examples using a sandbox directory structure.

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