Navigating in Vim
- Moving the Cursor: Use the arrow keys or `
h`
, `j`
, `k`
, `l`
keys to move left, down, up, and right respectively. - Jumping to the Beginning or End of a Line: Press `
0`
to jump to the beginning of a line and$
to jump to the end. - Jumping to a Specific Line: Type `
:<line_number>`
and press Enter to jump to a specific line.
Vim Editor in Linux
If you’re new to the world of Linux, one of the first things you’ll encounter is the command line interface. And if you’re going to be working in the command line, you’ll inevitably come across various text editors. Among them, Vim stands out as a powerful, yet notoriously complex, text editor. In this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know about Vim, from its basics to more advanced features, to help you get started on your journey with this essential tool.
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