Ignore an entire directory subtree.
Section: Glob filters
Exclude build directories
bash
bash
rg --glob '!dist/**' 'TODO' .Explanation
This is helpful in monorepos that contain both source and build outputs.
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Related commands
Same sheet · prioritizing Glob filters
Combine several globs
Layer multiple includes and excludes in one command.
Explain ignore and glob decisions
Inspect why paths are included or excluded.