# Working with the Terminal (macOS): an overview

The Terminal shows the same folders as Finder, as text you type, starting from your home folder (~) and the ls command.

![Cheat sheet: Working with the Terminal (macOS): an overview](https://fsdtrainingmedia.blob.core.windows.net/public/images/2026/11/e36c4802627640d7958c79877b47a37d.webp)

- Category: Developer Tools
- Level: Novice
- Tags: Command Line, Home Directory, ls, operating-system, software-development
- Updated: November 3, 2026

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