Introduction to Terminal Usage
Both Vim and Emacs can be used effectively in a terminal environment. This page explores how to use these editors within a terminal.
Using Vim in Terminal
Vim is highly optimized for terminal usage and offers a seamless experience. Users can leverage Vim's modal editing and keyboard shortcuts for efficient text editing.
$ vim filename.txt
Vim Example:
:set number :syntax on
Using Emacs in Terminal
Emacs can also be used in a terminal, offering its extensive feature set and customization options via the terminal interface.
$ emacs -nw filename.txt
Emacs Example:
M-x linum-mode M-x syntax-highlighting
Comparison of Terminal Experience
Both editors provide a robust terminal experience, but with some differences. Vim is generally more lightweight and faster, while Emacs offers more features and customization options.
| Feature | Vim | Emacs |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | Lightweight and fast | Can be resource-intensive |
| Customization | Highly customizable via vimrc | Extremely customizable via Elisp |