How to find files in Linux
Need to know how to find files in Linux fast? In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to find a file in Linux, no matter where it's hidden. We’ll walk you through essential commands to search for a file in Linux, explore the file system, and even show you how to find large files in Linux that might be eating up your storage.
Whether you're looking in /home, /etc, or /var, understanding the Linux directory structure and using the 'find' command properly will save you time and headaches. You’ll also learn how to search case-insensitively, filter by file type (like directories), and use size filters to locate big files.
Plus, we’ll explain how to safely delete matches and list folder contents with helpful options.
🕐 Timeline:
0:00 - 0:28 Introduction: How to find files in Linux
0:28 - 0:59 Understanding the Linux file system structure
0:59 - 1:32 Using the 'find' command to locate files by name or type
1:32 - 1:52 Finding large files and using size filters
1:52 - 2:25 Safe deletion, listing folders, and final tips
2:25 - 2:40 Conclusion
Key Topics Covered:
Understanding the Linux file system structure (e.g. /home, /etc, /var)
Using the find command to locate files by name
Searching case-insensitively using -iname
How to find large files in Linux by file size
Finding directories instead of files using -type d
Deleting matching files safely and listing folder contents
Important Notes:
Know common folders like /home, /etc, /var to search smarter
Use -iname for case-insensitive file searches
Use -size +100M to find large files
Use -delete carefully — double-check before running
Use ls -la to inspect folders before deleting
Use ~ to search your home directory quickly
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