gnumeric

gnumeric [OPTIONS...] [FILES...]

-v, --version
    Displays the version number of Gnumeric and exits.

-s, --sheet=SHEETNAME
    Opens the specified spreadsheet file directly to the sheet named SHEETNAME.

-G, --geometry=GEOMETRY
    Sets the initial size and position of the Gnumeric window using standard X geometry specifications (e.g., 800x600+10+10).

--display=DISPLAY
    Specifies the X display to use for Gnumeric.

--no-splash
    Prevents Gnumeric from displaying its splash screen on startup.

--convert-to=FORMAT
    Converts the input file(s) to the specified FORMAT and exits without opening the GUI. Use with --output.

--output=FILE
    When used with --convert-to, specifies the output file name for the conversion result.

--recalc
    Forces a recalculation of all formulas in the loaded workbook(s) on startup.

--check-file
    Checks the consistency and integrity of the specified Gnumeric file(s).

--help
    Displays a help message with command-line options and exits.

Gnumeric is a high-performance spreadsheet program that forms a core part of the GNOME Free Software Desktop Project. It is designed as a free and open-source alternative to proprietary spreadsheets, emphasizing accuracy, extensibility, and broad file format compatibility.

Users can perform complex calculations, create data visualizations, and manage large datasets. Its feature set includes a wide array of mathematical, statistical, and financial functions, conditional formatting, pivot tables, and support for various charts. Gnumeric aims to be highly interoperable, supporting its native .gnm format, Microsoft Excel (.xls, .xlsx), OpenDocument Spreadsheet (.ods), CSV, HTML, and more, making it suitable for diverse data management tasks.

While Gnumeric offers extensive file format support, complex features or macros from proprietary formats (e.g., Microsoft Excel) may not be perfectly preserved or fully functional upon import or export. Users should verify critical data and functionality when working with cross-application files. Performance on extremely large datasets might vary depending on system resources.

Gnumeric supports an impressive array of file formats for both import and export, ensuring high interoperability. This includes its native .gnm format, Microsoft Excel (.xls, .xlsx), OpenDocument Spreadsheet (.ods), Comma Separated Values (.csv), HTML, LaTeX, Postscript, and more. This flexibility makes it an excellent tool for data exchange across different platforms and applications.

Gnumeric features a robust plugin architecture, allowing users to extend its capabilities. This includes plugins for advanced statistical analysis, specialized financial functions, and unique data import/export requirements. Furthermore, Gnumeric supports scripting via Python, providing powerful automation and customization options for users who need to tailor the application to specific workflows or integrate it with other tools.

Gnumeric was initiated by Miguel de Icaza in 1998 as a fundamental part of the GNOME desktop environment. The project's goal was to create a free and open-source spreadsheet application that prioritized accuracy and functional completeness. Over the years, Gnumeric has evolved with a strong focus on numerical precision, a rich set of statistical and mathematical functions, and broad compatibility with various file formats, establishing itself as a robust and reliable alternative in the spreadsheet software landscape.

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