What is Bash-Prompt-HOWTO?

Creating and controlling terminal and xterm prompts

In depth

A closer look at Bash-Prompt-HOWTO

Creating and controlling terminal and xterm prompts is discussed, including incorporating standard escape sequences to give username, current working directory, time, etc. Further suggestions are made on how to modify xterm title bars, use external functions to provide prompt information, and how to use ANSI colours.

Verdict

Should you download Bash-Prompt-HOWTO?

Bash-Prompt-HOWTO runs on Linux and is available under the Not Specified license — the installer is 0 KB. We’ve catalogued it under HOW-TO.

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