xsel:tldr:8bd86
xsel: Output the clipboard's contents into the terminal (equivalent to `Ctrl + V`).
$ xsel -ob
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The command "xsel -ob" is used to extract and print the contents stored in the primary selection buffer of X11.
Here's a breakdown of what each part of the command does:
- "xsel" is the name of the command-line tool used to access and manipulate the X11 selection.
- "-ob" is a command-line option or argument that specifies the operation to be performed. In this case, it stands for "output to clipboard" or "output to primary selection buffer".
When you run the "xsel -ob" command, it retrieves the text stored in the primary selection buffer and outputs it to the standard output (usually the terminal). This allows you to view or use the contents of the primary selection buffer.
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.