Editors & ShellCLI Reference
$figlet
Generate large text banners using ASCII art characters.
Syntax DefinitionPOSIX standard
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Overview & How figlet Works
`figlet` reads text and outputs large stylized ASCII art banners, commonly used in system MOTD (Message Of The Day) login banners and script headers.
Common Flags & Command Options
| Flag / Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -c | Center the output banner text on the screen. |
| -f [font] | Specify custom ASCII font style. |
Practical Real-World Examples
Example #1Create large ASCII terminal banner
figlet "LINUX"Outputs huge stylized ASCII text.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is figlet used in real Linux servers?
It is commonly configured in `/etc/motd` to display the server hostname when SSH users log in.
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