Linux systemd Service Files Cheat Sheet/Reload after creating unit

Refresh manager state after writing a new service.

Section: Authoring Basics

Reload after creating unit

bash
bash
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
Explanation

Required after adding or editing unit files.

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