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The command "Ctrl + X, Ctrl + S" refers to a keyboard shortcut or combination of keystrokes in many text editors and word processors.

It consists of two key presses:

  1. "Ctrl + X" - This combination represents the cut command, which is used to remove a selected portion of text or content and save it to the clipboard temporarily. The selected content is essentially copied to the clipboard and then deleted from its original location.

  2. "Ctrl + S" - This combination represents the save command, which is used to save the changes made to a document or file. It typically prompts the editor or application to save the modifications made since the last save or since the file was opened.

So, by using "Ctrl + X, Ctrl + S" together, you would first cut the selected content and then save the document with the changes made. This keyboard shortcut can be handy when you need to quickly cut some text or content and then save it, without navigating through the menu options.

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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