install

Additional Notes

install is a file command used to copy files and set attributes. It is commonly used in Makefiles and build scripts to deploy files with specific permissions, ownership, and group settings.

Unlike cp, install can create destination directories and set file modes atomically, which makes it ideal for software installation targets.

Syntax

install [options] [arguments]

Parameters

• options: Flags that change how install behaves.
• path: File or directory path to inspect or change.
• arguments: Names, patterns, or values used by the command.

Common Options

• --help: Show command help when supported.
• --version: Show version information when supported.

Examples

install --help
man install

Practical Notes

Options can vary by distribution and package version. Use man install, install --help, or the package documentation for exact syntax.