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SEARCH
OpenVMS-style SEARCH: shows the records of files containing the given strings.
| Version | X01-32 |
|---|---|
| Status | Maintained |
| Platforms | Linux |
| Licence | Apache License 2.0 |
| For whom | Those used to OpenVMS SEARCH: AND/OR combinations of strings, line numbers, per-file headings. |
What it is
A search string is a plain substring, no regular expressions. The utility expands the file specification itself, so it is given in quotes.
Why
To repeat the behaviour of OpenVMS SEARCH on Linux.
Quick start Example
search '*.c' alpha,beta /MATCH=AND /NUMBERS
search 'src/*.c,include/*.h' STS$K_Source: SEARCH/README.md
Download
To be announced.