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How to Use Undo in Vim

Changed your mind about that last set of edits? Accidentally deleted half your file? Master undo and panic no more.

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How to Access and Use Command History in Vim

You don't need to retype previously run commands in Vim. Use Vim's command history feature instead.

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The 5 Best Vim-Inspired Text Editors for Linux

Vim is a powerful Linux text editor, but it has a steep learning curve. Consider installing one of these five Vim-inspired text editors instead.

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How to Create and Manage Multiple Split Windows in Vim

Learn how to work with multiple files at the same time by creating split windows in Vim.

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How to Delete One or More Lines in Vi and Vim

Spamming the Backspace key isn't the only way to delete whole lines in Vi and Vim.

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How to Use Vim to Encrypt Text Files on Linux

It's easy to secure the contents of a text file on Linux by encrypting it with Vim.

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The 6 Best Vim Plugin Managers

Vim plugin managers make it easier for you to add, update, and remove Vim plugins from your system.

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The 12 Best Vim Plugins to Improve Your Workflow

Extend the functionalities of Vim and improve your productivity on Linux by installing these top-rated Vim plugins.

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Vim 9.0 Drops Linux Editing Bombshell With New Scripting Language

Vim's creator says the new scripting language performs up to 100 times better, but will Linux developers and sysadmins bite?

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How to Install a Plugin In Vim

Vim allows its users to extend its functionalities using plugins. Here's how you can install one on Linux.

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Easily Show Line Numbers in Vi and Vim

Learn how to show Vim line numbers in three quick steps.

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Master the Vim Text Editor on Linux Using Vimtutor

Learning how to use a terminal-based text editor like Vim can be hard. But you don't have to go through with all that trouble, not with Vimtutor.

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How to Make Vim Look Good: 5 Vim Customization Tips

Want to personalize a boring Vim installation to your taste? Use these Vim customization tips to make it look better and extend its functionality!

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How to Save and Quit a File in Vim

Want to learn how to save and quit files in Vim? This is the perfect guide for you. Learn how to save files, save and exit Vim, and quit files without saving.

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How to Use Vim: A Guide to the Basics

Planning to use the vim text editor for Linux? Here are all the commands you need to get started - learn how to use vim in minutes!

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nano vs. Vim: The Best Terminal Text Editors, Compared

Looking for a terminal text editor for Linux? The main choice is between Vim and nano! Here's how they compare.

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Cheat Sheet: The Vim Linux Command Line Editor Cheat Sheet

Keep this Vim cheat sheet handy to learn or relearn useful Vim commands.

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How to Add Top Features From Other Text Editors to Vim

Using the Vim text editor but wishing it was as functional as other text editors? Here's how to install new features in Vim.

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