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chmod — Basic Usage

Use chmod for a standard administrative task.

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chmod 640 /etc/app.conf

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Linux with the referenced utility installed
Permissions
Use sudo or root only when required
Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

Basic Usage

Use chmod for a standard administrative task.

chmod 640 /etc/app.conf

Original command

Change file permissions.

chmod 640 /etc/app.conf

Common errors

Command not found

Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.