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dpkg query — Basic Usage

Use dpkg query for a standard administrative task.

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dpkg -l

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Linux with the referenced utility installed
Permissions
Use sudo or root only when required
Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

Basic Usage

Use dpkg query for a standard administrative task.

dpkg -l

Original command

List installed Debian packages.

dpkg -l

Common errors

Command not found

Confirm Linux with the referenced utility installed is installed and available in your current shell.