symbolic link

A symbolic link, or symlink, is a special file that points to another file or folder on your computer. Think of it as a shortcut or alias—when you open a symlink, your system automatically redirects you to the original item. This allows you to access files or directories from different locations without duplicating data. Symlinks are useful for organizing files, creating easier access paths, or managing complex folder structures, functioning similarly to a referential note that guides you to the actual content elsewhere on your system.