Vim Masterclass - Getting Help

The video tutorial introduces the Vim help system, emphasizing its importance for self-sufficiency in using Vim. It covers how to open and navigate the help system, get help for specific commands, and use advanced navigation techniques. The tutorial also explains command line completion and provides final tips for effectively using the Vim help system.

Why is it not recommended to learn Vim solely through its documentation?

• It's not interactive.

• It lacks practical examples.

• It's not a good strategy for beginners.

• It's too detailed and complex.

What happens when you type ':help' in Vim?

• It opens a new file.

• It divides the screen into two windows.

• It closes the current file.

• It saves the current file.

How can you find help for a specific command in Vim?

• Type ':info' followed by the command name.

• Type ':command' followed by 'help'.

• Type ':manual' followed by the command name.

• Type ':help' followed by the command name.

What does the 'DD' command do in Vim?

• Deletes a single word.

• Deletes a single character.

• Deletes a single line.

• Deletes multiple lines.

What is the purpose of the 'control O' command in Vim?

• To save the current file.

• To close the help window.

• To go back to the previous section.

• To open a new file.

How can you navigate to a help topic by placing the cursor under a word?

• Type ':help' and press Enter.

• Type ':navigate' and press Enter.

• Press 'control ]'.

• Press 'control ['.

What is the shorthand version of the 'Quit' command in Vim?

• :Q

• :Quit

• :Close

• :Exit

What does the 'control D' command do when using command line completion?

• Duplicates the current line.

• Lists all matching commands.

• Deletes the current line.

• Displays the command history.

What is the effect of enabling the 'wild menu' option in Vim?

• It highlights possible matches above the command line.

• It disables command line completion.

• It automatically saves files.

• It opens a new help window.

How can you cycle through available command options using the keyboard?

• Press 'Space'.

• Press 'Tab'.

• Press 'Enter'.

• Press 'Shift'.