How to use the fold command: 2-Minute Linux Tips

How to use the fold command: 2-Minute Linux Tips

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The video tutorial explains the fold command, which is used to limit the length of lines in a text file by folding long lines into smaller pieces. It demonstrates how to use the fold command to display lines with a maximum of 80 characters and discusses the option to break lines only at space characters to avoid splitting words. Additionally, it shows how to specify the number of characters per line to further limit line length while maintaining readability.

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How can you prevent words from being broken in the middle when using the fold command?

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What option can be used to specify the number of characters per line in the fold command?

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