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How to use dd in Linux without destroying your disk (opensource.com)
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[–] ulterno@programming.dev 1 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Once, while typing a dd command, I realised I was sleepy.
I deferred until next day.

Usually I keep partitionmanager open alongside, to cross-check my device selection.
Unlike having to use other CLI tools to determine if I have it right, I get some handy icons (like the USB drive symbol). Still, make sure to check the contents just in case it got bugged and set the icon to the wrong type of drive.