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$ tldr -p linux indent
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The command "tldr -p linux indent" is used to display a simplified and concise summary of a specific command called "indent" in the context of Linux.

Here is a breakdown of the command:

  • "tldr" stands for "Too Long; Didn't Read" and is a command-line utility that provides short and understandable summaries for various commands. It aims to make complex commands easier to grasp.

  • "-p" is a flag or option that specifies the platform or operating system for which the command summary is requested. In this case, it is set to "linux" to retrieve the summary for the Linux platform.

  • "indent" is the specific command for which we want to see the summary. The "indent" command in Linux is typically used to format or reformat the source code of various programming languages, making it more readable and consistent.

Executing the command "tldr -p linux indent" will display a concise and user-friendly summary of the "indent" command's usage, options, and examples, specifically tailored for Linux.

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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