chmod
Note: This tool can be used in both Interactive Mode and Batch Mode. For details on scheduling
this tool to run in batch mode see Using Batch Mode.
Use the CHMOD utility to set file permissions.
To Access CHMOD from the Dashboard
To run CHMOD from the Support Tools Dashboard:
Step 1
In the Arguments field, enter desired arguments, as described in the Using section below.
When entering arguments, the CHMOD command is already implied. Do not enter it in the
Arguments field.
Step 2
Specify the command duration time or accept the default (60 seconds). This is the amount of
time the command will attempt to run before terminating.
Step 3
If desired, check Elevate Command Priority. This ensures the command will run regardless of
the level of server activity.
Step 4
Click the Run button.
Using CHMOD - Command Line Options
chmod <mode> file1 ...
Mode is any combination of {+|-|=} {w|s|h|m} where:
+ adds an attribute to a file
- removes an attribute from a file
= gives a file just the attributes specified
w specifies whether the file should be writable or not
s specifies whether the file should be a system file or not
h specifies whether the file should be a hidden file or not
m specifies whether the file should be marked modified or not
-?: Display program description.
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