progress
A Linux tool that shows progress, estimated time, and throughput for coreutils commands like cp, mv, and dd.
What is progress?
progress is a command-line tool that monitors and displays real-time progress information for coreutils operations like cp, mv, dd, and tar. It shows percentage completion, estimated time, and throughput, helping users track file transfers and system activities directly in the terminal.
Linux, macOS, and FreeBSD users who frequently perform file operations or system administration tasks and want visibility into ongoing processes.
It provides a lightweight, no-fuss way to monitor coreutils commands without installing heavy utilities, with features like filtering and top-like monitoring for flexibility.
Overview
Linux tool to show progress for cp, mv, dd, ... (formerly known as cv)
Use Cases
Best For
- Monitoring long-running cp or mv operations
- Tracking dd disk imaging progress
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