For many users, working in the UNIX environment means using vi, a full- screen text editor available on most UNIX systems. Even those who know "vi" often make use of only a small number of its features.This handbook is a complete guide to text editing with "vi." Quickly learn the basics of editing, cursor movement, and global search and replacement. Then take advantage of the more subtle power of "vi." Extend your editing skills by learning to use "ex," a powerful line editor, from within "vi."Topics covered include: Basic editingMoving around in a hurryBeyond the basicsGreater power with "ex"Global search and replacementCustomizing "vi" and "ex"Command shortcutsAlso includes a pull-out quick-reference card.

Learning the Vi Editor, Used [Paperback]