String (type)

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A String represents an array of characters. For example, this text can be called a string. The default String functions in Lua 5.1, and the Textutils API, provid useful methods for manipulating strings.

For a more in-depth and concise explanation of types, please consult the Lua 5.1 Official Manual.

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Example

string = "Hello"
print(string)

io.read() = variable
-- variable is a string