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complete: Apply a command that performs autocompletion to another command.
$ complete -C ${autocomplete_command} ${command}
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The command complete -C ${autocomplete_command} ${command} is used to enable tab-completion for a specific command in the shell.

Here's a breakdown of the different components:

  • complete: This is the command used to configure completion options for a command.
  • -C ${autocomplete_command}: -C is an option that specifies the completion function to use. ${autocomplete_command} refers to the command that provides the completion suggestions. It could be a custom script or an external tool that generates the completions.
  • ${command}: This is the command for which the completion will be enabled. It can be any command installed on the system. When the user presses the tab key after typing the command, the completion function will generate and display the available options.

By using this command, you can enhance the usability of a command-line tool by providing auto-completion suggestions, making it easier and more efficient for users to interact with the command in the shell.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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