PowerShell - String Operations
Which of the following is the correct syntax to search for the word 'error' in a file named 'log.txt' using Select-String?
Which of the following is the correct syntax to search for the word 'error' in a file named 'log.txt' using Select-String?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall Select-String parameter names
The correct parameters are -Pattern for the search text and -Path for the file.Step 2: Match syntax with options
Select-String -Pattern error -Path log.txt uses -Pattern and -Path correctly; others use invalid parameters.Final Answer:
Select-String -Pattern error -Path log.txt -> Option AQuick Check:
Correct parameters = Select-String -Pattern error -Path log.txt [OK]
Quick Trick: Use -Pattern for text and -Path for files [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using incorrect parameter names like -File or -Find
- Omitting parameter names and causing errors
- Mixing order of parameters incorrectly
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