# cat



## Command Function

This command is used to display the content of a text file.


## Syntax

cat [_pathname_]


## Parameters

**Table 1** Parameter description

| Parameter| Description| Value Range|
| -------- | -------- | -------- |
| pathname | Specifies the file path. | An existing file |


## Usage Guidelines

Run the **cat** [*pathname*] command to display the content of a text file.


## Example

Run **cat hello-openharmony.txt**.


## Output

Content of **hello-openharmony.txt**

```
OHOS # cat hello-openharmony.txt
OHOS # Hello openharmony ;)
```