Linux fmt Command: Format Text with Line Width
The fmt command in Linux (format) formats text to a specific width. It can remove spaces or add spaces according to the desired width. The default is 75 characters.
The frequently used option is:
-w number: Sets the desired width for the text.
Example:
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