Section 4-7: GCG On-Line Documentation (Command Line Version)

[ Previous chapter ][ This chapter ][ Next chapter ] The GCG package provides two different help functions, which operate like the VMS 'help' (even on UNIX). To request a topic, type the following command and the name of the topic you would like to get help on.

% genmanual

This will give you a topic-sorted list of keywords. To select a topic, type its name and <RETURN>. To leave 'help', type repeatedly <RETURN> until you are back at the operating system prompt.

% genhelp

This will give you a list of the GCG programs. To see information on a program, type its name and <RETURN>. To leave 'help', type repeatedly <RETURN> until you are back at the operating system prompt.

NOTE: If the selected program was not optimal, refer to the topic "related programs" which may suggest alternative programs.

Detailed Information on each Program

The command qualifier 'check' allows you to check command options on the fly and add as appropriate. For example, try the command line version of 'fasta' as follows:

% fasta -check

GCG further provides helpful information for new users under the topic NEW USER .