Python provides several methods to manipulate and operate on files. These methods make it easy to perform common tasks such as reading, writing, and managing file positions. Below is a list of some commonly used file methods, along with their descriptions and links to detailed guides for each method.
Python File Methods Table
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| close() | Closes the file. |
| flush() | Flushes the internal buffer. |
| fileno() | Returns the file descriptor. |
| isatty() | Returns True if the file is connected to a terminal device. |
| read() | Reads the specified number of bytes from the file. |
| readline() | Reads a single line from the file. |
| readlines() | Reads all lines in the file and returns them as a list. |
| seek() | Changes the file position. |
| seekable() | Returns True if the file supports random access. |
| tell() | Returns the current file position. |
| truncate() | Resizes the file to a specified size. |
| writable() | Returns True if the file can be written to. |
| write() | Writes the specified string to the file. |
For more detailed information on each method, refer to the official Python documentation.