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docker ps Help and Syntax

Display Docker or Kubernetes usage and options related to docker ps.

Copy-ready commanddocker ps Help and Syntax
docker ps -a --help
Production warning

Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Docker Engine, Docker Compose, or kubectl
Permissions
No elevated permissions are normally required to view help; local policy and shell access still apply.
Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

Display the full reference

Shows context-sensitive command help without changing container or cluster resources.

docker ps -a --help

Original command context

The original docker ps example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

docker ps -a

Common errors

The subcommand or flag is not recognized

Check the installed Docker or kubectl version and use the parent command with --help to locate the supported syntax.