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Old 06-12-2012
Error Get line numbers while searching the pattern in log
Hi Folks,
I am searching for a pattern in logs through putty by opening the file in vi editor
and reaching to the last of the file by
Code:
$

and then searching the pattern , lets say I have to search the pattern abc then it would be
Code:
?abc

Now I want line numbers along with the matching pattern to be get in vi itself then what would be the command to get line numbers along..!Please advise
# 2  
Old 06-12-2012
Take a look at this posting, as it talks about various settings in vi.
https://www.unix.com/unix-dummies-que...vi-editor.html
# 3  
Old 06-16-2012
Hi folks,
Please advise for the command.
# 4  
Old 06-16-2012
Code:
:set number

 
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