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dig Help and Syntax — Display and save output

Display output while saving it to a file. Base task: Display usage, options, and built-in help for the Linux command dig.

Copy-ready commanddig Help and Syntax — Display and save output
dig --help 2>&1 | tee command-results.txt
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
Linux with the referenced utility installed
Permissions
No elevated permissions are normally required to view help; local policy and shell access still apply.
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Display and save output

Display output while saving it to a file.

dig --help 2>&1 | tee command-results.txt

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.