How to use the path Array In Linux
Another way to add a directory to the PATH in ZSH is by using the path array. This method can be especially useful if you want to add multiple directories. Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Open your terminal.
Terminal when opened
Step 2: Use the following command to add a directory to the PATH:
export PATH="/path/to/your/directory:$PATH"
The example uses “~/Programs/flutter/bin” but replace it with the desired path
Step 3: To verify that the directory has been added, you can echo the path array:
echo $path
the output suggests that the path has been added to the array
Add a directory to PATH in ZSH
In the world of Unix-like operating systems, the PATH variable plays a crucial role in determining where the shell looks for executable files when you issue a command. In ZSH, a popular shell among developers and power users, modifying the PATH is a common task. In this article, we’ll explore how to add a directory to the PATH in ZSH.
Prerequisites
Before we proceed with adding a directory to the PATH in ZSH, it’s important to have ZSH installed on your system. If you haven’t already installed ZSH, you can follow the detailed instructions provided in the w3wiki article: How to Install ZSH on Your System.
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