How do I concatenate strings and variables in PowerShell?

In PowerShell, concatenating strings and variables can be achieved through several methods:

1. Using the plus sign (+)

In PowerShell, the most straightforward way to concatenate strings is by using the plus sign (+). This method is simple and direct; simply concatenate the string and variable using the plus sign. For example:

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$name = "张三"
$greeting = "你好, " + $name + "!"
Write-Output $greeting

This will output:

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你好, 张三!

2. Using string interpolation

String interpolation is a more advanced and flexible approach that allows you to directly insert variables within a string. In PowerShell, define a string using double quotes and embed variables directly within it, with the variable name preceded by the $ symbol. For example:

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$name = "李四"
$greeting = "你好, $name!"
Write-Output $greeting

This will output:

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你好, 李四!

3. Using the -f formatting operator

Using the -f operator allows you to create more complex formatted strings. First, define a string template containing placeholders (represented by {}), then use the -f operator followed by a list of variables to fill these placeholders. For example:

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$name = "王五"
$age = 25
$info = "姓名: {0}, 年龄: {1}" -f $name, $age
Write-Output $info

This will output:

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姓名: 王五, 年龄: 25

Each method has its advantages. Using the plus sign (+) is simple and straightforward, suitable for basic concatenation needs. String interpolation provides higher flexibility and readability. The -f formatting operator is very useful when formatting strings, especially when the string template is fixed and variables vary. Choose the most appropriate method based on your specific requirements.