How to Move Files in Laravel Using File and Storage Facades

This tutorial demonstrates how to move files within a Laravel application, providing key examples for moving files between folders and across disks using Laravel's File and Storage facades, compatible with Laravel versions 5 through 11.

Method 1: Using the File Facade

Syntax:

File::move(from_path, to_path);

Example:

Assuming a folder exist under the public directory contains test.png , the file is moved to a new folder move and renamed to test_move.png .

Method 2: Using the Storage Facade

Syntax:

Storage::move(from_path, to_path);

Example:

Assuming a file test.png exists in storage/app/exist , it is moved to storage/app/move and renamed to test_move.png .

Ensure the target directories exist before attempting to move files.