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Precise Deletion Techniques
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Task Instructions
Master deletion commands for efficient text removal
Clean up the configuration file using appropriate deletion commands. Use 'x' for single characters, 'dw' for words, 'dd' for entire lines, and 'd0' or 'd$' for partial lines.
Learning objectives
- Master character and word deletion
- Learn line-based deletion commands
- Develop precise editing skills
Required Keystrokes
This lesson requires you to use specific keystrokes to complete it. Your submission will be evaluated based on whether you used the required keystrokes mentioned below, rather than matching a specific output.
x
Use x to delete characters
d
Use d with motions
What This Means
- Your solution must include the required keystroke patterns
- The order of keystrokes may matter depending on the exercise
- You'll still need to achieve the expected output
- This helps you practice specific Vim techniques
Helpful commands:
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| x | Delete character under cursor |
| X | Delete character before cursor |
| dw | Delete word |
| dd | Delete entire line |
| d$ | Delete to end of line |
| d0 | Delete to beginning of line |
| D | Delete to end of line (shortcut) |
Hints
- x deletes character under cursor, X deletes before cursor
- dw deletes to start of next word, de deletes to end of current word
- dd deletes entire line, D deletes from cursor to end of line
Ready for Vim?
Before starting this lesson, be prepared.
Read the directions on the left, and when you're ready, let's go!