clap
Cargov4.6.2A simple to use, efficient, and full-featured Command Line Argument Parser
Overview
clap is an Cargo package that a simple to use, efficient, and full-featured Command Line Argument Parser. The latest version is 4.6.2.
Who should use it
Teams working in the Cargo ecosystem who need a simple to use, efficient, and full-featured Command Line Argument Parser and value a focused solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to have first-class TypeScript types out of the box, or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your Cargo stack.
Pros
- Zero runtime dependencies — minimal footprint.
Cons
- No bundled TypeScript types (may require a separate @types package).
- No license detected — review usage terms before adopting.
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Version history
| Version | Published | License |
|---|---|---|
| 4.6.2latest | 3 days ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.6.1 | 3 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.6.0 | 4 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.61 | 4 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.60 | 4 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.59 | 5 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.58 | 5 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.57 | 5 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.56 | 5 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.55 | 5 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.54 | 6 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.53 | 8 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.52 | 8 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.51 | 8 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.50 | 9 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.49 | 9 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.48 | 10 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.47 | 10 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.46 | 10 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
| 4.5.45 | 11 months ago | MIT OR Apache-2.0 |
Maintainers
Frequently asked questions
How do I install clap?
Run `cargo add clap` to add clap to your Cargo project.
What license is clap released under?
No license was detected in clap's metadata; review the repository before use.
How popular is clap?
clap has approximately 0 downloads per week.