How to Check if a File Exists in Python
How to Check if a File Exists in Python
How to Check if a File Exists in Python
How can I check if a specific file exists in Python before trying to open it?
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The os module provides functions to interact with the operating system, including file existence checks.
- Using
os.path.exists():- Returns
Trueif the file exists,Falseotherwise.
- Returns
- Code Example:
import os file_path = "example.txt" if os.path.exists(file_path): print("File exists.") else: print("File does not exist.")
- Using
os.path.isfile():- Ensures that the path is indeed a file (and not a directory).
- Alternative Code:
import os file_path = "example.txt" if os.path.isfile(file_path): print("File exists.") else: print("File does not exist.")
- Explanation:
os.path.exists()checks for any type of file (including directories).os.path.isfile()specifically checks for files.
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