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libmagic

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Formula Utilities v5.48

Implementation of the file(1) command

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Install libmagic on macOS with Homebrew Formula using `brew install libmagic`. libmagic is a Utilities command-line package with version 5.48. The package is listed in homebrew/core.

Install 1 App in Terminal
$
brew install libmagic
Source: homebrew/core Website Homebrew

Official Homebrew Stats

Install activity metrics for libmagic.

-21.4% vs 90d avg
30 Days
4.8K total installs
162 installs / day avg
90 Days
18.5K total installs
206 installs / day avg
1 Year
60.3K total installs
165 installs / day avg

Frequently asked questions

How do I install libmagic with Homebrew?

Run brew install libmagic in Terminal to install libmagic as a Homebrew formula on macOS.

What kind of package is libmagic?

libmagic is a Utilities Homebrew formula and FastBrew currently shows version 5.48.

What should I review before installing libmagic?

Review any caveats, conflicts, license details, and the official homepage before installing.

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