Better show password input in management commands

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If Apollo says it’s ok then I’m ok :rofl:

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I like that suggestion. I’m proficient in the command line and I understand the reasons for not showing asterisks. But having no feedback whatsoever always annoyed me. I can totally understand that this may be confusing for people that are not used to that, especially on Windows where password inputs always give feedback. That is why I support the idea.

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I also like this solution too.

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I would like to see asterisks as well, as it is confusing to type into the proverbial void even when you know that the command does not show feedback.

Edit: If asterisks are not an option, the help text is an acceptable alternative.

I am not a fan of the “show password” feature for security reasons (especially with tools like Microsoft Recall on the horizon).

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Also just reminded me that pasting into the void works, perhaps that could be in the help text if folks have trouble :person_shrugging:

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And “backspace into the void” if you make a mistake :laughing: