Frequent Question: How Do I Copy a Specific Date in Linux?
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How do I copy a file from a specific date in Linux?

You have to use the cp command. cp is shorthand for copy. The syntax is simple, too. Use cp followed by the file you want to copy and the destination where you want it moved.

How do I copy a file from a specific date in Unix?

2 Answers. Have a look at the manpage of find , which has parameters like -atime , -mtime or -ctime to find files which got accessed, modified or changed at some given time, then you can further use the -exec option to copy these files.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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