Hermes command changes may overwrite the full config

A carefully trimmed Hermes config can be expanded or reset when only one setting is changed from the . Running something like `hermes -p [argument]` may cause the whole to be rewritten instead of changing only the requested option.

The practical problem is that a small tweak can alter the entire saved setup. This is disruptive for people who want to keep a clean custom config while using Hermes regularly.

Key points

  • Using `hermes -p [argument]` may rewrite more than the single option being changed.
  • A small tweak can affect the whole .
  • Back up a custom config before options.
  • Check the config after running Hermes to make sure it was not reset or expanded.

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