docker rename
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Description
Rename a container
Usage
docker rename CONTAINER NEW_NAME
Parent command
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| docker | The base command for the Docker CLI. |
Extended description
The docker rename command renames a container.
Examples
$ docker rename my_container my_new_container