split

Additional Notes

split is a file command used to split a file into smaller pieces. It breaks large files into smaller pieces, making them easier to transmit, store, or process.

Use -l to split by lines and -b to split by byte size. Combine with cat to reassemble: cat x* > original.

Syntax

split [options] [arguments]

Parameters

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

Common Options

• -l N: Split by N lines.
• -b SIZE: Split by byte size.
• -d: Use numeric suffixes.
• -a N: Set suffix length.

Examples

split -l 1000 big.txt part-
split -b 100M archive.tar part-
split -d -a 3 big.txt chunk-

Practical Notes

Use cat part-* > original to reassemble simple split files in order.