[Solved] What does the following bash loop do?for file in *; do echo "$file"; done - Ans: It prints the names of all files and directories in the current folder. | Bash Scripting

Bash Scripting - Loops

What does the following bash loop do?
for file in *; do echo "$file"; done

AIt runs the echo command once without any output.

BIt deletes all files in the current folder.

CIt lists only directories in the current folder.

DIt prints the names of all files and directories in the current folder.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the loop variable and pattern
The loop uses * which matches all files and directories in the current folder.
Step 2: Analyze the command inside the loop
Each matched item is stored in file and printed with echo.
Final Answer:
It prints the names of all files and directories in the current folder. -> Option D
Quick Check:
Loop over * prints all names [OK]

Quick Trick: Remember * matches all files and folders [OK]

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