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awk Ref by Libor Benes

View, search, and master 80+ essential awk commands, variables, and patterns with concise descriptions. • Safe offline functionality, no tracking, no data collection.

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awk Ref is a lightweight Firefox sidebar extension offering efficient access to essential awk syntax, built-in variables, functions, and common usage patterns. Designed for programmers, system administrators, data analysts, shell scripters, and awk enthusiasts using awk for processing text, analyzing logs, scripting in shell environments, or learning awk.

Features:
• Comprehensive Database: 80+ core awk elements including commands (BEGIN/END, print/printf), variables (NF, NR, FS, OFS, etc.), functions (length, substr, gsub, etc.), control structures, and practical idioms with concise descriptions.
• Smart Search: Real-time filtering by keyword, variable name, or description for instant lookups.
• Compact Interface: Space-efficient design with bold red commands, doubled spacing, and hanging indents for readable multi-line descriptions.
• Offline Functionality: Works entirely offline with all data stored locally.

Security-First Design:
• No Permissions: Requires zero browser permissions.
• No Data Collection: Operates offline, with all reference data embedded in a local file.
• No Tracking: No analytics or user data collection.
• Self-Contained: Built with pure JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, no external dependencies.
• Secure Design: Uses safe DOM manipulation.
• Mozilla Compliance: Adheres to Manifest v2 standards and Mozilla’s privacy guidelines.
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1.0
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16.07 kB
Last updated
4 days ago (30 Dec 2025)
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