How to Check If a Directory or File Exists in Python: OS Module Tutorial (Part 14)

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to check if a file or directory exists using Python’s OS module. This is useful for handling files dynamically, avoiding errors, and ensuring smooth automation.

What You’ll Learn:
Checking if a file exists with os.path.isfile().
Checking if a directory exists with os.path.isdir().
Using os.path.exists() to check both files and directories.
Handling missing files or directories gracefully.
Practical examples for verifying file paths in Python scripts.
By the end of this tutorial, you’ll be able to detect files and directories efficiently in Python. If you found this helpful, like, share, and subscribe for more Python tutorials!