Glob tester

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Developer Tools · Vendor site 2026-10-04

Glob tester (globster.xyz) is a browser-based utility for testing and visualizing glob pattern matches against a sample directory tree. Developers type a pattern and see which paths match, using the minimatch library to debug gitignore-style rules and shell globbing behavior.

Updated 2026-10-04View sources

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Category: Developer Tools
Free access: The online glob tester is free to use in the browser with no account required.
API access: Not confirmed

Is Glob tester right for you?

A good fit for

Developers writing gitignore files, build scripts, or shell commands who need quick feedback on glob syntax.

Before you choose

It evaluates patterns against an in-page demo tree rather than your local filesystem, so results are illustrative only.

Interactive glob debugging

Globster lets you experiment with glob patterns and immediately see matched paths highlighted in a directory tree, aimed at gitignore and shell glob troubleshooting.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.

Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Pattern engine	Site states minimatch 3.0.4 evaluates glob patterns and highlights matched files in a tree UI.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Use cases	Copy explains debugging gitignore-style rules and learning glob syntax with built-in examples.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Wildcards	Documentation on the page covers basic wildcards plus brace expansion, extended globs, and globstar.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Glob tester pricing & plans

Free

The online glob tester is free to use in the browser with no account required.

Access: The online glob tester is free to use in the browser with no account required.

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Glob tester used for?

Does Glob tester have a free plan?

The online glob tester is free to use in the browser with no account required.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Glob tester cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Glob tester through an API?

Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

It evaluates patterns against an in-page demo tree rather than your local filesystem, so results are illustrative only.

Price history

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