[ale] Bash scripting and printf

[Bob Kruger]

Does anyone have any experience with bash scripting and bash printf?

I have a number for bash scripts that I don't want to take the time to
convert to Perl, but would like to clear up the format a bit.  I noticed
from the bash man that printf is supported by bash, but the docs were
sketchy on the format and use.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Regards - Bob Kruger