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Quick Answer
Most beginners need a standard 1/4-inch instrument cable for electric guitar. A 10-foot cable is usually the safest first buy because it gives enough room to sit or stand without turning the floor into a mess.
Buy one cable now and a spare later. If you plan to use pedals, an angled plug can be cleaner at the guitar end.
Related: What to Buy With Your First Electric Guitar and Beginner Guitar Starter Kit Canada.
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