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Is it recomemnded to run `xcodes install` using sudo?

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Description

Is it recomemnded to run xcodes install using sudo, i.e. sudo xcodes install 15.2
If not, should we make it explicit in docs? If yes, why so?

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Start by reviewing the existing documentation and help text for xcodes install, then check how the command handles permissions when run with and without sudo. Done means documenting the recommendation and its rationale, including any required changes to the relevant documentation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
macos, swift
Domain
cli
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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