Command line syntax
The following conventions are used to define command syntax:
| Notation | Description |
|---|---|
| Text without brackets or braces | Items that must be typed as shown. |
| <Italic text in angle brackets> | Variables; you must provide a value. |
| [Text in square brackets] | Optional items. Items not enclosed in brackets are required. |
| {Text in braces} | Set of required items; choose one. |
| Vertical bar (|) | Separator for mutually exclusive items; choose one. |
| ... | Items that can be repeated. |