vi is a screen-oriented text editor. This is a quick tutorial on how to use vi to enable you to use it immediately.
1. Type in vi filename and press Enter. If filename exists, vi will open it. If the filename does not exists, vi will create a it.
2. vi is now in view/command mode. Type in i to shift to edit/insert mode.
3. You can now begin typing the text or making changes to the file.
4. When you’re done making your changes, press Esc to go back to view/command mode.
5. Type in :wq to save your changes and quit or :q! to cancel your changes and quit.If you would like to learn more about using vi, check out Mastering the VI editor.
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Posted on 3/15/2008 and last updated on 3/15/2008
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