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How do you quit without saving?
Short answer. :q!
Which key starts typing?
i.
Save and quit
| Type | Does |
|---|---|
| Esc | back to Normal |
| :wq | save and quit |
| :q! | quit, no save |
Remember
| Esc: back to Normal mode |
| Colon commands need Normal |
You opened Vim and cannot quit. What now? Three keys. Esc takes you to Normal mode. Colon w q saves and quits. Colon q exclamation mark quits without saving. Two tips. Esc takes you back to Normal. Then use colon commands.
This clip is from the full lesson: Vim modes and commands — 7 minutes, with the tables, the quick answers and the whole lesson in text.
Useful for: GSEB Std 11 Computer Studies
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