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MacOS onintr command

The MacOS onintr command allows users to set a specific interrupt action for a process in Unix-based operating systems. This command is helpful for managing how a process responds to interrupt signals, providing more control and flexibility in handling system tasks efficiently. Users can customize the behavior of a process when it receives an interrupt signal, ensuring smooth execution and optimal performance in their MacOS environment.

Terminal window
onintr [action]
OptionDescription
-hDisplay help information
ParameterDescription
actionSpecifies the action to be taken when the interrupt occurs

List all signals and their associated names

Section titled “List all signals and their associated names”
Terminal window
onintr -l

Display a list of signals and their associated names.

Terminal window
onintr -i SIGTERM

Ignore the SIGTERM signal, which is typically used to request termination.

Reset the default action for a specific signal

Section titled “Reset the default action for a specific signal”
Terminal window
onintr -r SIGINT

Reset the default action for the SIGINT signal, which is typically used to interrupt a process.

Section titled “Print a specific signal’s default disposition”
Terminal window
onintr -d SIGHUP

Display the default disposition for the SIGHUP signal.

To use the onintr command in MacOS, execute the following command:

Terminal window
onintr --option <value>

What are the options available with onintr in MacOS?

Section titled “What are the options available with onintr in MacOS?”

The onintr command in MacOS has various options for handling interrupts. You can view all available options by using the following command:

Terminal window
onintr --help

How can I customize the onintr behavior in MacOS?

Section titled “How can I customize the onintr behavior in MacOS?”

To customize the behavior of the onintr command in MacOS, you can specify the desired action or signal using specific options. Here is an example:

Terminal window
onintr --action <action>

How do I enable a specific signal handling with onintr in MacOS?

Section titled “How do I enable a specific signal handling with onintr in MacOS?”

You can enable a specific signal handling with the onintr command in MacOS by specifying the signal number. Use the following command template:

Terminal window
onintr --signal <signal_number>

Can I reset the default behavior of onintr in MacOS?

Section titled “Can I reset the default behavior of onintr in MacOS?”

If you want to reset the default behavior of the onintr command in MacOS, you can do so by using the reset flag. Here’s an example:

Terminal window
onintr --reset

How do I check the current configuration of onintr in MacOS?

Section titled “How do I check the current configuration of onintr in MacOS?”

To check the current configuration and settings of the onintr command in MacOS, you can use the following command:

Terminal window
onintr --status

Is it possible to ignore interrupts with onintr in MacOS?

Section titled “Is it possible to ignore interrupts with onintr in MacOS?”

Yes, you can ignore interrupts by configuring the onintr command in MacOS to handle signals in a specific way. Use the following command structure:

Terminal window
onintr --ignore
  • Customize the action when the interrupt signal is received
  • Handle interruptions gracefully during script execution
  • Control the behavior of the script in response to interrupt signals