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axetools/bitflagtrait
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A PHP trait to enable bitwise comparison of flags

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AxeTools/BitFlagTrait
=====================

[](#axetoolsbitflagtrait)

 **This is a php class trait that will provide methods for performing simple bitwise operations.**

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This project uses [Semantic Versioning](https://semver.org/spec/v2.0.0.html).

[Bitwise operators](https://www.php.net/manual/en/language.operators.bitwise.php) allow for manipulation and examination of specific bits within an integer.

The `BitFlagTrait` gives simple methods for setting, getting and toggling the status of bits withing a reference integer.

This can be used for storage of the state of multiple flags or utilizing flags for class settings

Installation
------------

[](#installation)

The preferred method of installation is via [Composer](http://getcomposer.org/). Run the following command to install the package and add it as a requirement to your project's `composer.json`:

```
composer require axetools/bitflagtrait
```

Usage
-----

[](#usage)

The BitFlagTrait can be used with any class and will expose several protected methods that can be utilized to perform bitwise checks to a reference integer.

### Example:

[](#example)

```