Regex Cheatsheet - Regular Expression Quick Reference

Quick reference for regular expression patterns. Character classes, quantifiers, anchors, and common patterns.

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Alternation |

Group

Matches left or right expression (logical OR)

Pattern

cat|dog

Syntax

Explanation

| has lowest precedence. Use parentheses: (cat|dog)

Examples

cat|dog

Matches "cat" or "dog"

Matches: cat, dog

red|green|blue

Matches red, green, or blue

Matches: red, green, blue

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