Commonly used · Reading and processing text
vim:Edit files in terminal
Syntax
vim fileOptions
i- Enter insert mode
Esc- Return to normal mode
- wq:Save and exit
- q!: Abandon modification and exit
Examples
vim /etc/app.confUsage and sandbox support
Just for review: the interactive editor requires practice on a real terminal.
This command is for reference and review, and the simulation terminal does not provide corresponding exercises yet.
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