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Generate systemd unit files with a form builder, and experiment with sed substitution and awk field-processing on live text, all client-side.

Generates a systemd .service unit file live from the form above. Empty optional fields are omitted from the output. Switch to the Timer sub-mode to generate a companion .timer unit — the systemd alternative to cron.

Linux Tools

Generate systemd unit files with a form builder, and experiment with sed substitution and awk field-processing on live text, all client-side.

Common uses

  • Generate a systemd .service file for a Node app
  • Test a sed substitution pattern live
  • Extract fields from log lines with awk

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Frequently asked questions

How do I create a systemd service file?

The systemd Unit tab is a form builder that produces a .service file you can copy. A Timer mode generates a companion .timer unit.

How can I test a sed command without a terminal?

Use the sed Playground to try s/pattern/replacement/flags substitutions on live text. It supports the g and i flags and backreferences, but not other sed commands.

How do I try an awk one-liner online?

The awk Playground runs print statements using $0, $N, NR and NF with a field separator you choose. It covers a common subset of awk, not patterns or conditionals.

Does it execute commands on a server?

No, everything runs client-side in your browser.

Is my data uploaded to a server?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your input is processed locally on your device and is never uploaded or stored on a server.