Linux: Copy and paste text in the console

This practical tip shows you how to copy and paste text in the Linux console.

Copy and paste text - how it works

• To copy the selected text from the console, press the key combination [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [C].
• Use the key combination [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [V] to insert a text at the position of the cursor (pointer).

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