🖥️yay

➡️This is a command-line reference manual for commands and command combinations that you don’t use often enough to remember it. This cheatsheet explains the yay command with important options and switches using examples.

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# present package selection menu
yay [Search Term]

# print system statistics
yay -Ps

# print update list
yay -Pu

# clean unneeded dependencies
yay -Yc

# downloads PKGBUILD from ABS or AUR
yay -G

# generates development package
# DB used for devel updates.
yay -Y --gendb

# normal update but also check for development package updates
# and use PKGBUILD modification time and not version to determine update
yay -Syu --devel --timeupdate

# instalation
git clone https://aur.archlinux.org/yay.git
cd yay
makepkg -si

Cheatsheets are an excellent complement to other information sources like Linux man-pages, Linux help, or How-To’s and tutorials, as they provide compact and easily accessible information. While man-pages and detailed tutorials often contain comprehensive explanations and extensive guides, cheatsheets summarize the most important options forthe command yay in a clear format. This allows users to quickly access the needed information for yay without having to sift through lengthy texts. Especially in stressful situations or for recurring tasks, cheatsheets for yay are a valuable resource to work efficiently and purposefully.

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