The quotas file, found in the /etc directory, contains one or more entries specifying limit or tracking quotas for qtrees, groups, and users. The file can contain default (general) and specific entries.
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The syntax of quota entries
The syntax of a quota entry in the quotas file is quota_target type[@/vol/dir/qtree_path] disk [files] [threshold] [soft_disk] [soft_files]. Fields are separated by space characters or tabs.
Sample quotas file
A short example quotas file, together with explanations, can help you to understand the different types of quota entries and how they affect your quotas.