Quick Tip: Export CloudWatch Metric Graphs as Images Using the AWS CLI

A short tip explains how to generate CloudWatch metrics graph images from the command line instead of taking manual screenshots. The AWS CLI's get-metric-widget-image command accepts a JSON widget definition describing the metrics, dimensions, time range, and size. The output is returned base64-encoded, so it is decoded and saved to a PNG file. The author notes that the exact JSON configuration can be checked via the Source tab in the CloudWatch console, and recommends automating the process to save time.
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