transform_symlinks ignored about sshfs HOT 5 CLOSED

@Nikratio
Why is this closed? This is still broken. transform_symlinks does nothing. From the documentation, I was expecting that it transforms absolute symlinks to relative symlinks. Is that wrong? I still see all symlinks as absolute symlinks.

from sshfs.

I don't quite understand. The manpage already make a clear distinction:

       -o transform_symlinks
              transform absolute symlinks to relative

       -o follow_symlinks
              follow symlinks on the server

From what you've posted, I also don't see where transform_symlinks is being ignored.

Can you clarify?

from sshfs.

I think I've finally wrapped my head around this.

For transform_symlinks I'd suggest the following update with example:

    Transform absolute symlinks as if they were being accessed remotely. 
    If `d` is a symlink to `/`,  this option will have `ls d` list the contents of the remote root directory

For follow_symlinks, perhaps the explanation text could be more explicit:

   Dereference symbolic links. Valid symbolic links will appear as the referenced file.
   Symbolic links without a target will not be dereferenced ???
   Option `transform_symlinks` will affect how the dereferencing occurs.

from sshfs.

Uhm, I don't see how transform_symlinks will have any effect when follow_symlinks is specified. Or are you talking about dangling symlinks here?

from sshfs.

Brilliant, thanks for documenting this!

Sorry, I don't know enough to answer your question, but you've covered my concern.

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