This filter reads the first n lines of a file; the others are not
further passed through the filter chain. Usage example:
<filterchain> <headfilter lines="20" /> </filterchain>
Table E.4: Attributes for the <headfilter> tag
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
lines | Integer | Number of lines to read. | 10 | No |
skip | Integer | Number of lines to skip (from the beginning). | 0 | No |