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@ -19,6 +19,18 @@ It features the same syntax.
This section addresses various usages of the arch linux package managers.
#### Ignoring Packages
Packages can be ignored by adding the package in `/etc/pacman.conf` under `IgnorePkg`.
In the following example `waybar` is ignored from updates.
To add more packages just add them separated by spaces.
```txt
IgnorePkg = waybar
```
To unignore the package from updates remove it from this line.
#### Downgrading Packages
Packages of the AUR can be downgraded by using the
@ -31,6 +43,8 @@ sudo downgrade v4l2loopback-dmks
```
Afterwards the target version can be selected and the downgrading process will conclude.
After the downgrade of a package you will get asked if you want to
[ignore future updates](#ignoring-packages).
#### Manual Installation of a `PKGBUILD` File