Linux systemd Services Cheat Sheet/Reload systemd manager config

Reload unit files after changes.

Section: Daemon Operations

Reload systemd manager config

bash
bash
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
Explanation

Run this after editing or creating unit files.

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