Best way to curl file from command line? Need tips! or How do I curl file from a URL and save it loca

"Best way to curl file from command line? Need tips!"

Hey folks,

I'm trying to curl file from a URL but keep running into weird issues. Sometimes it downloads, other times it just hangs.

What's your go-to command for this? I usually do `curl -O [url]`, but wondering if there's a better way.

Also, how do you handle redirects or auth?

Thanks in advance!

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OR

"Why does my curl file download fail with a 403 error?"

Ugh, so frustrating—I’m trying to curl file from a site, but it keeps throwing a 403.

Works fine in browser tho?

I’ve tried adding `-L` for redirects and even some basic headers, but no luck.

Anyone run into this before? Is there a sneaky header I’m missing?

Help a noob out!