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distrobox-export

Distrobox-export is a command line tool used to export or backup the configuration of a Linux distribution. It allows users to easily create a snapshot of their system's current state, including installed packages, system settings, and customizations. Using distrobox-export, users can generate an export file that contains the necessary information to recreate their exact system setup on another machine or after a fresh installation. The tool supports a wide range of Linux distributions, making it versatile and accessible to a large user base. Distrobox-export creates a compressed archive file that contains all the necessary files and information for the export. This tool can be particularly useful for system administrators who want to ensure consistency and easy replication of system configurations across multiple machines. Distrobox-export is designed to be user-friendly, with a simple syntax and clear instructions. It provides options to include/exclude specific directories or files from the export, allowing users to customize the backup according to their needs. The tool also supports incremental backups, where only the changes since the last export are included in subsequent backups, saving time and storage space. Overall, distrobox-export provides a convenient and efficient way to export and backup Linux system configurations, ensuring easy system replication or restoration.

List of commands for distrobox-export:

  • distrobox-export:tldr:46e2c distrobox-export: Export a binary from the container to the host.
    $ distrobox-export --bin ${path-to-binary} --export-path ${path-to-binary_on_host}
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  • distrobox-export:tldr:48abb distrobox-export: Unexport/delete an exported application.
    $ distrobox-export --app ${package} --delete
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  • distrobox-export:tldr:50bfc distrobox-export: Export a service from the container to the host (`--sudo` will run the service as root inside the container).
    $ distrobox-export --service ${package} --extra-flags "--allow-newer-config" --sudo
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  • distrobox-export:tldr:a4799 distrobox-export: Export an app from the container to the host (the desktop entry/icon will show up in your host system's application list).
    $ distrobox-export --app ${package_name} --extra-flags "--foreground"
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