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gfmt:tldr:ac12f
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$ tldr -p linux fmt
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The command "tldr -p linux fmt" is used to display a simplified and concise explanation of the "fmt" command in Linux using the "tldr" utility.
Here is a breakdown of the command components:
- "tldr" stands for "Too Long; Didn't Read" and is a community-driven project that provides simplified and practical explanations of various command-line tools and utilities.
- "-p linux" is an option specifying that the command being looked up belongs to the Linux operating system.
- "fmt" is the command that is being described.
When you run this command in your terminal, it will retrieve and display a short and straightforward summary of the "fmt" command. The "fmt" command in Linux is used for formatting the text by wrapping it to a specific width, adjusting spacing, indentation, and other formatting aspects. The "tldr" utility provides a quick and easy-to-understand overview of this command to help users grasp its purpose and usage without going through lengthy documentation.
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.