How to find the largest file in linux

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Find the largest file

Application: Shell

A common problem on your computer is that you may want to delete some large files (such as audio or video clips). You can find the largest file in the current directory as follows:

Ls-lSrh

The function of "r" is to list large files at the bottom, while "h" is to give output that is easy for people to read (MB or something like that). You can also search for the largest MP3/MPEG file:

Ls-lSrh * .mp*

You can also search for the largest directory with the following command:

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