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# [Using Vim As Your Shell Command-Line Scratch](https://blog.zaerald.com/using-vim-as-your-shell-command-line-scratch?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Using (n)vim as your command-line scratch helps you to efficiently fix, create, and run ad-hoc commands. If you are not familiar with vim, I suggest you start playing with the vimtutor first. I’ll try my best to explain each keys that I have pressed...

Apr 20, 2022 · 14 min read · blog.zaerald.com  
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