FICHA · MANJARO

stow

Manage installation of multiple softwares in the same directory tree

  • cli
  • CLI
  • FILESYSTEM
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Organizes files from separate packages or dotfile collections into one directory tree by managing symbolic links. It is popular for keeping configuration files under version control while presenting them in the locations programs expect.

Symbolic-link management can overwrite expectations in a home directory or shared prefix. Preview changes and keep backups before adopting it for important configuration.

How to run

stow

Commands: stow

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