tldrCollaborative cheatsheets for console commands 📚.

tldr

tldr-pages is a community-maintained collection of simplified command-line tool documentation that replaces complex man pages with practical, easy-to-understand examples. It provides quick reference guides for over 14,000 command-line tools across Unix, Linux, macOS, Windows, and other platforms, helping developers quickly find what they need without wading through verbose manual pages.

Key Features

• Simplified Examples : Practical, real-world command examples instead of dense technical documentation
• Multi-Platform Support : Coverage for Unix, Linux, macOS, FreeBSD, Windows, Cisco IOS, and more
• Multiple Client Options : Access via Python, Rust, Node.js clients, web interface, or PDF downloads
• Community-Driven : Collaborative maintenance with thousands of contributors ensuring up-to-date content
• Easy Contribution : Markdown-based pages that are straightforward to edit and improve

Use Cases

• Learning Command-Line Tools : Quick onboarding for developers new to command-line interfaces
• Quick Command Reference : Fast lookup of command syntax and options without opening man pages
• Command-Line Workflow : Direct access to examples via the tldr command while working in the terminal
• Team Documentation : Building shared knowledge bases of commonly-used commands across organizations

Who Is It For

tldr is ideal for developers, system administrators, DevOps engineers, and anyone working with command-line tools who wants faster, more approachable reference documentation. Whether you're new to the command-line or just need a quick reminder of command syntax, tldr provides the practical examples you need in seconds.