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How to exit Vim
2021-02-12

How to exit Vim#

Exiting the Vim text editor can be confusing for new users. This guide provides steps to exit Vim.

Steps to Exit Vim#

  1. Press Esc to ensure you are in normal mode.
  2. Type :q and press Enter to quit Vim.
  3. If you have unsaved changes, type :wq and press Enter to save and quit.
  4. To quit without saving changes, type :q! and press Enter.

Conclusion#

By following these steps, you can easily exit the Vim text editor. With practice, you will become more comfortable using Vim and its various commands.


How to exit Vim
https://zxce3.net/posts/cli/how-to-exit-vim/
Author
Memet Zx
Published at
2021-02-12