diskutil MacOS command
The MacOS diskutil command is a powerful tool that allows users to manage disks and volumes on their Mac computers. With diskutil, you can format, partition, repair, and erase disks, as well as create and manage disk images. This command provides a comprehensive set of options for managing your storage in a reliable and efficient manner. Whether you need to troubleshoot disk issues, create backups, or optimize your storage space, diskutil has you covered. Familiarize yourself with the various functions and parameters of diskutil to effectively manage your MacOS disks.
diskutil Syntax:
Section titled “diskutil Syntax:”diskutil [verb [options] [objects]]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -e | Stay awake for disconnected devices |
| -f | Force. Do not prompt for confirmation. |
| -h | Show help for the given verb |
| -q | Quiet mode. Print less information. |
| -v | Increase verbosity |
| -list | List all disks and volumes |
| -mount point | Mount the specified volume by specifying its path |
| -unmount force | Force the unmount of a volume |
| -resize size | Resize a volume to the specified size |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| verb | The diskutil operation to perform |
| objects | The disks or volumes to operate on |
| options | Additional options for the operation |
diskutil bash Examples:
Section titled “diskutil bash Examples:”List all connected disks
Section titled “List all connected disks”diskutil listDisplay a list of all connected disks, including internal and external storage devices.
Erase a disk and format it as APFS
Section titled “Erase a disk and format it as APFS”diskutil eraseDisk APFS NewDisk /dev/disk2Format the disk located at /dev/disk2 as APFS and label it “NewDisk.”
Repair a disk
Section titled “Repair a disk”diskutil repairVolume /dev/disk2s1Check and repair the disk located at /dev/disk2s1 for any issues.
Mount a disk
Section titled “Mount a disk”diskutil mount /dev/disk2s1Mount the disk located at /dev/disk2s1 to make it accessible.
Unmount a disk
Section titled “Unmount a disk”diskutil unmount /dev/disk2s1Unmount the disk located at /dev/disk2s1 to safely remove it.
Resize a volume
Section titled “Resize a volume”diskutil resizeVolume /dev/disk2s1 50GResize the volume located at /dev/disk2s1 to 50GB in size.
diskutil Command Help Center:
Section titled “diskutil Command Help Center:”How do I use diskutil in MacOS?
Section titled “How do I use diskutil in MacOS?”To use the diskutil command in MacOS, execute the following command:
diskutil --option <value>How can I list all disks in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How can I list all disks in MacOS using diskutil?”To list all disks in MacOS with diskutil, use the following command:
diskutil listHow do I format a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How do I format a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To format a disk in MacOS with diskutil, you can use the following command:
diskutil eraseDisk <format> <name> <identifier>How can I repair a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How can I repair a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To repair a disk in MacOS with diskutil, you can use the following command:
diskutil repairVolume <identifier>How do I mount a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How do I mount a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To mount a disk in MacOS with diskutil, use the following command:
diskutil mount <identifier>How can I unmount a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How can I unmount a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To unmount a disk in MacOS with diskutil, you can use the following command:
diskutil unmount <identifier>How do I check the available space on a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How do I check the available space on a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To check the available space on a disk in MacOS with diskutil, use the following command:
diskutil info <identifier>How can I enable or disable journaling on a disk in MacOS using diskutil?
Section titled “How can I enable or disable journaling on a disk in MacOS using diskutil?”To enable or disable journaling on a disk in MacOS with diskutil, you can use the following command:
diskutil enableJournaling <identifier>diskutil disableJournaling <identifier>Applications of the diskutil command
Section titled “Applications of the diskutil command”- Partitioning disks
- Mounting and unmounting volumes
- Formatting disks and volumes
- Verifying and repairing disks
- Managing CoreStorage volumes
- Managing RAID sets
- Managing file systems
- Mounting disk images