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pacdiff: Scan for configuration files with `locate` instead of using pacman database.

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$ pacdiff --locate

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The command "pacdiff --locate" is used in Arch Linux to compare configuration files and highlight the differences between the original package version and the user-modified version.

When you install or update packages in Arch Linux, configuration files may be overwritten by updated versions. However, if you have made changes to the original configuration files, you may want to merge those changes with the updated versions.

The "pacdiff --locate" command helps you identify the modified configuration files by comparing the original package version with the modified version. It lists the paths of the modified configuration files and highlights the differences between the two versions.

By using this command, you can easily locate the modified files and review the changes before deciding how to merge or update them. It helps you manage and reconcile your custom modifications with the updated package versions.

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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