Copy-ready commandhead — Export Results
head -n 20 /var/log/syslog > output.txtRequirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Linux with the referenced utility installed
- Permissions
- Use sudo or root only when required
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
Export Results
Export the output of head for documentation or review.
head -n 20 /var/log/syslog > output.txtOriginal command
Display the first lines of a file.
head -n 20 /var/log/syslogCommon errors
Command not found
Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.