Globs, Types, and Ignore Rules/Use an extra ignore file

Apply additional ignore patterns from a custom file.

Section: Hidden files and ignore rules

Use an extra ignore file

bash
bash
rg --ignore-file .rgignore-local 'password' .
Explanation

Great for personal workspace exclusions that you do not want to commit.

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