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gfold:tldr:3946f
The command you provided, tldr -p linux fold
, is a combination of the tldr
command and the fold
command. Let's break it down:
-
tldr
:tldr
stands for "Too Long; Didn't Read." It is a command-line tool that provides concise and simplified information about various terminal commands. It is designed to give you quick summaries and examples, helping you understand and use those commands effectively. -
-p linux
: In this context,-p
is an option/flag for thetldr
command, specifying the platform or operating system you want to retrieve command examples for. In this case, it specifies the Linux platform. By using-p linux
, you are requestingtldr
to provide information specifically related to Linux commands. -
fold
:fold
is a command used to wrap lines within a text file or the output of a command. It ensures that lines do not exceed a specified width, preventing horizontal scrolling or text overflow when viewing or printing.
So, when you execute the command tldr -p linux fold
, tldr
will display a simplified explanation, usage examples, and additional information about the fold
command specifically tailored for Linux systems.