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more:tldr:deb30

more: Enable extended interactive mode (see help for usage).
$ more ${path\to\file} /e
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The given command is to display the contents of a file using the "more" command, with the /e option enabled.

Here's a breakdown of the command:

  • "more" is a command-line utility in many operating systems that allows displaying text files or output page-by-page.
  • ${path\to\file} is a placeholder indicating the file's location in the file system. You would need to replace this placeholder with the actual path to the file you want to view.
  • "/e" is an option or parameter for the "more" command. In this case, it enables interpretation of escape characters in the file being displayed.

The command essentially displays the contents of the specified file, with escape characters interpreted. Escape characters are special sequences of characters that perform certain formatting or control functions when encountered in a text file. By enabling the /e option, the "more" command will interpret these escape characters and display the output accordingly.

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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