How Do I Clone a Git Repository in Linux?
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How do I clone a git repository in Linux terminal?

Cloning a repository using the command line

  1. Open “Git Bash” and change the current working directory to the location where you want the cloned directory.
  2. Type git clone in the terminal, paste the URL you copied earlier, and press “enter” to create your local clone.

How do I clone a git repository?

Clone a repository using the command line

  1. From the repository, click + in the global sidebar and select Clone this repository under Get to work.
  2. Copy the clone command (either the SSH format or the HTTPS). …
  3. From a terminal window, change to the local directory where you want to clone your repository.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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