The cd_create command is not a standard built-in command in standard operating systems like Linux, Windows, or macOS. Instead, it is typically a custom shell function or script designed to solve a very common command-line annoyance: creating a new directory and immediately switching into it with a single action.
By default, doing this requires two separate commands (mkdir new_folder and cd new_folder). Master this workflow easily by implementing your own customized cd_create tool. Why Use cd_create? Saves keystrokes: Combines two commands into one.
Prevents errors: Eliminates typos when re-typing long directory names.
Keeps terminal focus: Keeps your workflow moving quickly without manual verification steps. 3 Steps to Build and Master cd_create
Because this is a custom shortcut, you must add it to your shell configuration file. Follow these steps based on your operating system: 1. Open Your Configuration File Open your terminal and look for your shell’s profile file.
For Linux/macOS (Bash or Zsh):Run nano ~/.bashrc or nano ~/.zshrc in your terminal.
For Windows (PowerShell):Run notepad \(PROFILE</code> to open your PowerShell profile script. 2. Insert the Command Logic</p> <p>Scroll to the very bottom of the file and paste the matching code block: <strong>Bash / Zsh (Linux & Mac) Function:</strong> <code>cd_create() { mkdir -p "\)1” && cd “\(1" } </code> Use code with caution.</p> <p><em>(Note: The <code>-p</code> flag ensures that parent directories are safely created if they do not exist).</em> <strong>PowerShell (Windows) Function:</strong> powershell</p> <p><code>function cd_create (\)path) { New-Item -ItemType Directory -Path \(path -Force | Out-Null Set-Location -Path \)path } Use code with caution. 3. Save and Reload
Save the file (in Nano, press Ctrl + O, then Enter, then Ctrl + X to exit). To activate your new command immediately without restarting the terminal, run the reload command: Linux/Mac: source ~/.bashrc (or source ~/.zshrc) Windows: & \(PROFILE</code> How to Use It (Examples)</p> <p>Now that it is active, you can use <code>cd_create</code> just like any native system utility: <strong>Create and Enter a Simple Folder:</strong> <code>cd_create projects </code> Use code with caution. <strong>Create a Deeply Nested Directory Structure:</strong> <code>cd_create development/2026/workspace/app </code> Use code with caution. <strong>Handle Names With Spaces safely:</strong> <code>cd_create "My New Folder" </code> Use code with caution. Native One-Line Alternatives</p> <p>If you are working on a server where you cannot permanently install the custom <code>cd_create</code> shortcut, you can achieve the exact same result natively using these one-liners:</p> <p><strong>The Shell Variable Method:</strong> <code>mkdir -p long_folder_name && cd "\)”(The $ variable automatically grabs the last argument of your previous command).
The Shortcut Method: Press Alt + . right after typing your mkdir command to instantly auto-fill the directory name.
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