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gunexpand:tldr:eb15b

gunexpand: View documentation for the original command.
$ tldr -p linux unexpand
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The command tldr is a helpful utility that provides concise and simplified explanations of various command-line commands and tools. It is designed to quickly summarize the usage and purpose of various commands, making it easier for users to understand and remember their functionalities.

In this specific command, tldr -p linux unexpand, we are using tldr to get information about the unexpand command in the context of Linux.

The unexpand command is used to convert spaces to tabs in a text file. It is specifically designed to work on files where tabs have been replaced by spaces, for example, when formatting code files with spaces instead of tabs. The purpose of using unexpand is to restore the original tab spacing.

Using tldr -p linux unexpand will display a concise summary of the unexpand command, including its usage, options, and examples, from the perspective of 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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