
nvim:tldr:04f17
nvim: Enter normal mode and save (write) the file, and quit.
$ :wq
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This command is typically used in the Vim text editor to save changes and exit the current file.
Here is a breakdown of each component of the command:
<Esc>
: This stands for the "Escape" key. Pressing this key ensures that you are in command mode in Vim.:wq
: This is a command in Vim that stands for "write" and "quit". It saves any changes made to the file and exits Vim.<Enter>
: This is the "Enter" key. It is used to confirm and execute the command.
So, when you enter <Esc>:wq<Enter>
in Vim, it will save the changes made to the file and 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.