Maximum combined length of command line arguments in c++

[mdamul]

In a c language, what is the maximum combined length of command line arguments
including the space between adjacent arguments.?

 

[phinds]

I don't think command line argument restrictions have anything to do with what code an app is written in, it's an O.S. characteristic and is likely to vary among Windows / MAC OS / UNIX.

I think, years ago, there was a DOS and early-windows restriction of 256 characters but I don't know that that still holds in windows.

 

[mdamul]

i cannot understand

 

[AlephZero]

The limit depends on the operating system and the command shell you are using, not on the C language.

On Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7 it is 8191 characters.
On some Unix systems it is much bigger, with limits like 65536 or even 262144 characters.

Look for the constant ARG_MAX in your C ibrary header files.

 

[LudusRex]

The maximum combined length of command line arguments in C++ depends on the specific compiler and operating system being used. However, most modern compilers and operating systems allow for a maximum combined length of at least 8192 characters. This includes the space between adjacent arguments. It is important to note that this limit can vary and may be different for different systems and compilers. Therefore, it is always recommended to check the documentation for the specific compiler and operating system being used to determine the maximum combined length of command line arguments.