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The command ":wq" is often used when editing files in the vim text editor.

(1) ":w" is a vim command that means "write" or "save". The command ":w" is used to save any changes made to the file that is currently being edited.

(2) "q" is a command to quit or exit vim.

(3) "" represents pressing the Enter key on the keyboard. It is used to execute the previous commands.

Therefore, when you enter ":wq", you are telling vim to save any changes made to the file and then exit the editor.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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