# 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
Run the **cat** \[_pathname_\] command to display the content of a text file.
## Example
Run **cat hello-harmony.txt**.
## Output
Content of **hello-harmony.txt**
```
OHOS # cat hello-harmony.txt
OHOS # Hello Harmony ;)
```