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RTFM is an acronym of "Read The Fucking Manual"[1] or "Read The Friendly Manual". It's usually used when a user asks a question that could be easily answered by reading the manual

  1. How To Ask Questions The Smart Way, Eric Steven Raymond, 21 May 2014 (Accessed: 2 August 2025)