On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 7:22 PM, TL <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

>
> the <return> key in Vim performs a move down one line maintaining the
> same column (as close as possible).  I never use it.  Instead, I use
> the standard Vi/Vim key mapping of the 'h','j','k','l' keys to move
> left, down, up, and right.
>
> 'i' inserts before the current character
> 'I' enters insert mode at the beginning of the current "word".
> 'a' enters insert mode after the current character
> 'A' enters insert mode at the end of the current "word".
> 'o' opens a new line below the current line and enters insert mode
> 'O' opens a new line above the current line and enters insert mode.
>
> Note: The i,I,a,A key descriptions make more sense when you consider
> that Vi (and Vim) have the concept of a current character when in
> Command mode.  That is, the entire character is highlighted instead of
> a thin vertical line between characters.
>
> Also, Vi/Vim's Insert mode can be exited by pressing the <Esc> key and
> also the Ctrl-[ key (which I most often use as I don't have to move my
> fingers from the home position).


Thanks for these clarifications.  It seems clear to me that only real vim
users understand the nuances of vim bindings, which is why I am offering the
vim bindings prize.

Edward

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