DEV Community

Cover image for Why you should use command line interface rather graphical user interface
Erik
Erik

Posted on • Updated on

Why you should use command line interface rather graphical user interface

There are a few reasons for this:

The command line and graphical user interface (GUI) are two different ways of interacting with a computer. The command line, also known as the command-line interface (CLI), is a text-based interface that allows users to enter commands using a keyboard. The GUI, on the other hand, is a visual interface that allows users to interact with the computer using a mouse, touchpad, or other pointing device.

The command line has been around since the earliest days of computing, and it is still used by many programmers and other technical professionals. The command line allows users to enter commands directly, which can be very powerful and efficient, especially for tasks that require precise control or require the use of multiple commands.

However, the command line can be challenging for some users, as it requires a certain level of knowledge and familiarity with the system, as well as the ability to remember and enter commands correctly. In contrast, the GUI is designed to be more user-friendly, and it allows users to interact with the computer using visual cues and familiar metaphors, such as windows, icons, and menus.

Despite the advantages of the GUI, the command line remains popular among many users, particularly among those who are comfortable with using the keyboard and who prefer the efficiency and flexibility of the command line. For example, the command line is often used by programmers and other technical professionals who need to perform complex tasks or manage large amounts of data.

In conclusion, the command line and GUI are two different ways of interacting with a computer, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.

The command line and graphical user interface (GUI) are two different ways of interacting with a computer. The command line, also known as the command-line interface (CLI), is a text-based interface that allows users to enter commands using a keyboard. The GUI, on the other hand, is a visual interface that allows users to interact with the computer using a mouse, touchpad, or other pointing device.

The main advantage of the command line is that it is very powerful and efficient, especially for tasks that require precise control or the use of multiple commands. The command line also allows users to automate tasks using scripts and other tools, and it is often used by programmers and other technical professionals.

However, the command line has some disadvantages as well. One of the main disadvantages is that it can be difficult for some users to learn and use, as it requires a certain level of knowledge and familiarity with the system, as well as the ability to remember and enter commands correctly. Additionally, the command line can be less user-friendly and less intuitive than the GUI, which can make it less accessible to some users.

The main advantage of the GUI is that it is designed to be more user-friendly and intuitive, and it allows users to interact with the computer using visual cues and familiar metaphors, such as windows, icons, and menus. This makes the GUI more accessible to a wider range of users, including those who may not have experience with computers.

However, the GUI also has some disadvantages. One of the main disadvantages is that it can be less efficient than the

The command line interface is much faster than the graphical user interface.

The command line interface is much more flexible.

You can do things with the command line interface that you can't do with the graphical user interface
For example, you can use the command line to view hidden files and folders, change file permissions, and access system settings that are not typically exposed in a graphical user interface.

The command line interface is faster and more efficient than the graphical user interface.

The command line interface allows you to automate tasks more easily.

The command line interface gives you more control over your system.

The command line interface is more faster and efficient

The CLI is more powerful and flexible.

The CLI is more accurate than a GUI.

Top comments (1)

Collapse
 
webjose profile image
José Pablo Ramírez Vargas

I beg to differ.

1 and 3 are the same; then 1 after 3 (I guess, 4 then) has nothing to do with the nature of a GUI. A GUI is usually not meant for automation, so of course.

Then we have a second #3 which is a repetition of 1 and the first 3. Finally, #5? Define "accuracy" for this context, because I have a hard time putting my finger on it. It is the digital age, it either does, or does not. I have no idea about what "accurate" is under this context.

All in all is all about practicality. To me, it is usually far more practical to learn where to click that to learn 80 different command lines. I have been programming for 19 years and have never learned a single GIT command. Not one. To me, it is far more practical to use a GUI than to waste hours trying to learn a command for every single thing I do on a PC.