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Moving by Screens
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Task Instructions
Learn screen-based movement commands for large files
Practice using Ctrl+f (forward screen), Ctrl+b (backward screen), Ctrl+d (down half screen), and Ctrl+u (up half screen) to navigate through this text.
Learning objectives
- Practice screen-based movement with Ctrl+f and Ctrl+b
- Understand half-screen movement with Ctrl+d and Ctrl+u
- Develop efficient file navigation habits
Required Keystrokes
This lesson requires you to use specific keystrokes to complete it. Your submission will be evaluated based on whether you used the required keystrokes mentioned below, rather than matching a specific output.
\<C-f\>
Use Ctrl+f to move forward
\<C-d\>
Use Ctrl+d to move down
What This Means
- Your solution must include the required keystroke patterns
- The order of keystrokes may matter depending on the exercise
- You'll still need to achieve the expected output
- This helps you practice specific Vim techniques
Helpful commands:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| Ctrl+f | Move forward one screen |
| Ctrl+b | Move backward one screen |
| Ctrl+d | Move forward half screen |
| Ctrl+u | Move backward half screen |
Hints
- Ctrl+f = forward screen, Ctrl+b = backward screen
- Ctrl+d = down half screen, Ctrl+u = up half screen
Ready for Vim?
Before starting this lesson, be prepared.
Read the directions on the left, and when you're ready, let's go!