Ubuntu: Change access rights - how it works

In order to change the access rights of a folder under Ubuntu, only a few steps are necessary. In this practical tip, we will tell you exactly how to adapt the rights and how to proceed.

Linux Ubuntu: How to change access rights

1. First log on to your system as an administrator and start the terminal with the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [T].
2. To change the access rights, enter the command "sudo chmod 777 -c -R / place / folder" and confirm with [Enter].
3. Replace the variables "place" and "folder" with the respective names of your system.
4. The number "777" gives full access for all users. You can also adjust this in the user settings.
5. With the number "744" the owner has full control over the folder; everyone else can only see what's inside. With "644" the owner may only read or write to the file or folder; everyone else can only read.
6. The number "660" means that the owner and his group can read and write; all others have no rights.