shtool ☆
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Description:
GNU's portable shell tool
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: shell build-tools gnu portability scripting installation
Install: brew install shtool
About:
Shtool is a set of professional shell scripts for use in build and installation scripts. It provides a collection of reliable, portable replacements for common shell commands that often vary between systems. The tool ensures consistent behavior across different Unix-like environments, making it ideal for software distribution.
Key Features:
  • Portable replacement for common shell utilities
  • Provides reliable string and file manipulation functions
  • Includes tools for archive management and path handling
  • Designed specifically for build and installation scripts
Use Cases:
  • Standardizing build scripts across different Unix platforms
  • Creating portable software installation packages
  • Automating software configuration and deployment tasks
Alternatives:
  • GNU Coreutils – Coreutils provides standard GNU utilities but Shtool focuses specifically on portable scripting functions for build systems
  • Autotools – Autotools includes similar functionality but Shtool offers more focused shell script utilities as standalone components
Version History
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Aug 26, 2025 3:23pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 34e49e43
Sep 14, 2024 6:37pm 0 VERSION_BUMP e88555d7
Sep 24, 2023 12:34pm 0 VERSION_BUMP b68b9612
Nov 20, 2022 10:34am 0 VERSION_BUMP fe9cab05
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