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grc

Generic Colourizer for terminal output based on regexp patterns

Text Processing linuxmacos Python GPL-2.0

Description

grc (Generic Colourizer) parses a given text stream and colorizes it according to regular expressions written in configuration files. Different patterns can be associated with file types, allowing you to colorize the output of any command.

AI Summary

Generic text colorizer that applies regexp-based color rules to any command output

Capabilities

  • + Colorize output of any command using regex patterns
  • + Use predefined color configurations for common commands
  • + Create custom colorization rules via configuration files

Use When

  • You want to add color to command output that is plain text
  • You need to highlight patterns in log files or command output

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