Copy-ready commandrsync Help and Syntax — Repeat every five seconds
watch -n 5 'rsync --help'Production warning
Continuous or background commands can consume resources. Stop them when troubleshooting is complete.
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
Repeat every five seconds
Repeat the command every five seconds for monitoring.
watch -n 5 'rsync --help'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.