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bat

A cat(1) clone with syntax highlighting and Git integration.

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DESCRIPTION

bat is a modern, feature-rich clone of the classic cat command written in Rust. It provides syntax highlighting for a vast array of file types, Git integration, and automatic paging out of the box.
Additionally, it enhances readability with line numbers, file headers, and non-printable character visualizations.

INSTALLATION

$ sudo apt install bat

DETAILS

Repository
sharkdp/bat (2026-07-01)
Author
sharkdp
License
Apache-2.0
Category
Productivity
Language
Rust
Platforms
Linux, macOS, Windows
Version
v0.26.1 (2025-12-02)
Repo Age
8 years old

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