EndOfLineZeile

EndOfLineZeile is a term used in computing to represent the characters that signify the end of a line of text. Different operating systems and text file formats use different conventions for this. The most common end-of-line sequences are Carriage Return (CR), Line Feed (LF), and Carriage Return followed by Line Feed (CRLF).

In Unix-like operating systems, including Linux and macOS, the standard end-of-line character is Line Feed (LF), represented by the ASCII character 10. This means that when a program reaches this character, it interprets it as the end of the current line and begins a new one.

Windows, on the other hand, uses a combination of Carriage Return (CR) and Line Feed (LF) for its end-of-line marker, often written as CRLF. Carriage Return, represented by ASCII character 13, moves the cursor to the beginning of the current line, while Line Feed (ASCII 10) moves it down to the next line. Together, they create the visual effect of a new line.

Historically, older systems like classic Mac OS used only Carriage Return (CR) as their end-of-line delimiter. While this is less common now, some older files or specific applications might still adhere to this convention.

The difference in end-of-line conventions can sometimes lead to compatibility issues when transferring text files between different operating systems. Text editors and programming languages often have settings to handle these different line endings, allowing users to convert between them or to display files correctly regardless of their origin. Understanding EndOfLineZeile is crucial for developers and anyone working with text files to ensure data integrity and proper display across various platforms.