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SSH / ServerSsh

scp -r folder server:/path/: Copy a folder recursively over SSH

Use scp -r folder server:/path/ to copy a folder recursively over SSH. It cuts friction in remote-server work and long-running jobs.

scp -r folder server:/path/

Why it helps

Use scp -r folder server:/path/ to copy a folder recursively over SSH. It cuts friction in remote-server work and long-running jobs.

How to use it

  1. Open the relevant app or terminal.
  2. Use the shortcut or command above in the relevant context.
  3. Check the result; for commands that change data, test on a small example first.
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