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prettier: Format a file and print the result to `stdout`.
$ prettier ${filename}
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The command "prettier ${filename}" is likely used to format a specific file using the Prettier code formatter.

Here's a breakdown of the command components:

  • "prettier" is the command or executable name that refers to the Prettier code formatter tool, which is typically installed as a global package or locally in the project.
  • "${filename}" is a placeholder that represents a specific file's name or path. It's likely a variable or parameter indicating which file you want to format.

By executing this command with a specific file name, Prettier will analyze the file's content and automatically format it according to the predefined code formatting rules specified in the project's Prettier configuration. This can help ensure consistent and readable code formatting across the project.

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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