kubectl explain
SafeBuilt-in API docs
kubectl explain <resource>.<field>
Looks up any field's meaning and type offline — answer 'what is this YAML key?' instantly.
Examples
kubectl explain deploy.spec.strategyExplain update strategy
Syntax
kubectl explain <res>[.field]... [--recursive]
Before you run it
Read only.
Related commands
- kubectl api-resourcesList resource kinds
- kubectl applyApply manifests
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