pkgutil

pkgutil is a command line tool available in macOS that serves as a package management utility. It allows users to interact with the installer database, manage software packages, and perform various operations related to package management.

With pkgutil, you can list installed packages, retrieve information about specific packages, and search for packages by name, identifier, or files they contain. It provides functionality to extract files from packages, list package contents, or verify package signatures.

Additionally, pkgutil enables users to install or uninstall packages, providing a simple way to add or remove software components from the operating system. It also supports authentication and can prompt for administrator privileges when necessary.

The tool offers handy options like displaying progress information during package operations, displaying more verbose output, or specifying locations for package operations. Overall, pkgutil facilitates managing packages in macOS through an intuitive command line interface.