UNIX Basic commands: more
The more command displays the file called name in the screen. The RETURN key displays the next line of the file. The spacebar displays the next screen of the file.
Syntax
The syntax for the more command is:
more [options] [files]
Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -c | Page through the file by clearing the window. (not scrolling). |
| -d | Displays "Press space to continue, 'q' to quit" |
| -f | Count logical lines rather than screen lines (wrapping text) |
| -l | Ignores form feed (^L) characters. |
| -r | Display all control characters. |
| -s | Displays multiple blank lines as one blank line. |
| -u | Does not display underline characters and backspace (^H). |
| -w | Waits for a user to press a key before exiting. |
| -n | Displays n lines per window. |
| +num | Displays the file starting at line number num. |
| +/pattern | Displays the file starting at two lines before the pattern. |
Example
more -d tech
* Please note that there are many flavors of UNIX, so if in doubt, consult your man pages.
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