How do I set custom search paths for the terminfo database when building ncurses from source?
To be more specific, how do I force the primary directory to be searched in ‘~/.terminfo’?
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How do I set custom search paths for the terminfo database when building ncurses from source?
To be more specific, how do I force the primary directory to be searched in ‘~/.terminfo’?
From the terminfo manpage:
You may need to consult the manpage for information on how to compile the terminfo file.
I hope this helps.