LinuxCommandLibrary

tt

Display user terminal information

TLDR

Start quote mode with the builtin quote list in English

$ tt -quotes [en]
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Produce a test consisting of 50 randomly drawn words in 5 groups of 10 words each
$ tt -n [10] -g [5]
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Start a timed test lasting 10 seconds
$ tt -t [10]
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Start tt with no theming and showing your WPM as you type
$ tt -showwpm -notheme
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SYNOPSIS

No standard synopsis exists for "tt" as it is not a default Linux command.
Its syntax, if defined, would be specific to its custom implementation (e.g., as an alias or a shell script).

PARAMETERS

N/A (Non-standard)
    Since "tt" is not a universally recognized Linux command, it does not have a predefined set of parameters or options. Any arguments it might accept would be entirely dependent on its custom definition, whether it's an alias mapping to another command with specific options, or a shell script designed to take certain inputs. Users should refer to their local configuration or the source code of the custom "tt" implementation to understand its usage.

DESCRIPTION

The command "tt" is not a standard utility found in most default Linux distributions. Unlike common commands such as "ls" or "grep", "tt" typically signifies a user-defined alias, a custom shell script, or a component of a specialized, non-standard application. Its functionality, syntax, and behavior are therefore entirely dependent on how it has been locally configured or what specific software package it belongs to. Users encountering "tt" should investigate their local shell configuration (e.g., .bashrc, .zshrc) or installed software to determine its intended purpose. It is also often a common typo for commands like tty (teletypewriter) or even traceroute.

Because of its non-standard nature, attempting to execute "tt" on a typical system will usually result in a "command not found" error. This ambiguity makes it unique among common Linux command inquiries. It highlights the flexibility of Unix-like systems, where users can extend their command line interface with custom shortcuts and scripts. Therefore, understanding "tt" requires context specific to the environment in which it is being referenced. Without this context, any description of its function would be speculative.

CAVEATS

"tt" is fundamentally ambiguous on a generic Linux system. Users should not expect it to perform any action unless it has been explicitly defined in their environment. Running "tt" could result in a "command not found" error or, if custom-defined, execute an unintended action. Always verify its definition using commands like type tt or alias tt before execution.

IDENTIFYING A CUSTOM 'TT' COMMAND

To check if "tt" is defined in your current shell environment, you can use the command type tt. This will indicate if it's an alias, function, or an executable in your PATH. If it's an alias, alias tt will show its definition. If it's a script, you might need to examine your PATH directories or system-wide configurations to understand its source and purpose.

HISTORY

There is no general history for "tt" as a standalone Linux command because it is not one. Its 'history' is localized and exists only within specific user environments or niche software packages where it has been custom-defined as an alias, function, or script. Therefore, its development and usage are not documented universally but are part of individual system configurations.

SEE ALSO

tty(1), alias(1), bash(1), zsh(1), traceroute(8), tracepath(8)

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