This script mimics the basic functionality of the tree command with a focus on the -L option, allowing you to list directory contents up to a specified depth.

• List directory contents in a tree-like format.
• Specify the maximum depth for listing with a default of 1.
• Defaults to the current directory if no path is provided.
• Simple help option to understand usage.

Follow these steps to install the script and make it available globally on your system:

1. Create a bin Directory: Ensure you have a bin directory in your home folder.

   mkdir -p $HOME/.local/bin

2. Download the Script: Create a new file for the script, or download it directly.

   curl -o $HOME/.local/bin/tree https://github.com/MohamedElashri/tree/raw/main/tree

   Or copy the script contents manually into a new file:

   nano $HOME/.local/bin/tree

   Paste the script and save the file.

3. Make the Script Executable: Change the permissions of the script to make it executable.

   chmod +x $HOME/.local/bin/tree

4. Add to Path: Ensure your .bashrc or .zshrc includes $HOME/.local/bin in your PATH. Add the following line if it isn't present:

   export PATH=$HOME/.local/bin:$PATH

   Then, source your shell configuration to update the PATH:

   source ~/.bashrc
   # or
   source ~/.zshrc

You can use the script from any terminal session. Here's how to use it:

• List the Current Directory: Run the script without arguments to list the current directory up to a depth of 1.

  tree

• List a Specific Directory: Specify a directory to list its contents.

  tree /path/to/directory

• Specify a Depth: Use a second argument to set the maximum depth.

  tree /path/to/directory 3

• Help: View the usage instructions.

  tree -h

• Ensure your terminal has the necessary permissions to read the directories you want to list.
• This script provides basic functionality and may not cover all edge cases of the full tree.

• If the command is not found, ensure that $HOME/.local/bin is in your PATH.
• If you encounter permission issues, check the directory permissions you are attempting to list.