cp Help and Syntax — Measure execution time | Linux Command

Copy-ready commandcp Help and Syntax — Measure execution time

time cp --help

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Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.

Requirements and permissions

Requirements: Linux with the referenced utility installed
Permissions: No elevated permissions are normally required to view help; local policy and shell access still apply.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-01

Measure the command execution time.

time cp --help

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