Using the Amazon CLI
This section introduces you to many of the common features and options available in the
Amazon Command Line Interface (Amazon CLI). For a list of commands, see the Amazon CLI version 2 reference guide
By default, the Amazon CLI sends requests to Amazon services by using HTTPS on TCP port 443. To use the Amazon CLI successfully, you must be able to make outbound connections on TCP port 443.
Topics in this guide
- Getting help with the Amazon CLI
- Command structure in the Amazon CLI
- Specifying parameter values for the Amazon CLI
- Having the Amazon CLI prompt you for commands
- Controlling command output from the Amazon CLI
- Understanding return codes from the Amazon CLI
- Using the Amazon CLI wizards
- Creating and using Amazon CLI aliases