How Save Conf File in Linux?
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You can also open config file in bash instead of a separate window. Edit the file as a normal text file. Then press Ctrl+X and Ctrl+C to save the file. When it prompts for saving the file, press y to save and quit the editor.

How do I save my config file?

Save a Configuration File to a Local or Network Drive

  1. Select File > Save > As File. You can also use CTRL-S. A standard Windows save file dialog box appears.
  2. Type the name of the file.

Where are config files stored in Linux?

Generally system/global config is stored somewhere under /etc. User-specific config is stored in the user’s home directory, often as a hidden file, sometimes as a hidden directory containing non-hidden files (and possibly more subdirectories).

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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