small bash command

Bob32 · 03-22-2011, 10:04 PM

hello,

I need your help for a very simple bash command.
I would like to watch the last video I've downloaded without searching the folder by hand.
Here is my command:
vlc $(ls ~/Downloads/*.avi -t)
How to adapt it to files with spaces ?

I've tried several things with no success.
Thanks.

Telengard · 03-22-2011, 10:40 PM

I think this should work for you.

Code:

vlc "$(ls ~/Downloads/*.avi -t)"

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bash Reference Manual, 3.5.4 Command Substitution

If the substitution appears within double quotes, word splitting and filename expansion are not performed on the results.

http://www.gnu.org/software/bash/man...d-Substitution

Bob32 · 03-22-2011, 10:45 PM

thanks

Telengard · 03-23-2011, 02:12 AM

You're welcome. I'm happy to know you found my post helpful.

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