Vim Masterclass - Editing Multiple Files and Vim Buffers

Vim Masterclass - Editing Multiple Files and Vim Buffers

Assessment

Interactive Video

Information Technology (IT), Architecture

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

This video tutorial covers the use of buffers in Vim, explaining how they function as temporary memory areas for file editing. It demonstrates methods to open multiple files, navigate between buffers, and manage buffer states. The tutorial also introduces the hidden option for easier buffer management and shows how to execute commands across all buffers. Key commands like 'edit', 'buffers', 'LS', and 'buff do' are explained, providing a comprehensive guide to handling multiple files efficiently in Vim.

Read more

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a buffer in Vim?

A type of file format

A command to open files

A temporary memory area for editing

A file saved on disk

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you open multiple files at once in Vim using the command line?

By dragging files into the Vim window

By using the 'load' command

By listing files as arguments to the Vim command

By using the 'open' command

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which command is used to view all open buffers in Vim?

:open

:list

:files

:buffers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'BN' command do in Vim?

Deletes the current buffer

Moves to the next buffer

Saves the current buffer

Opens a new file

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens if you try to switch buffers without saving changes?

Vim closes the buffer

Vim shows an error message

Vim discards the changes

Vim automatically saves the changes

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'set hidden' option do in Vim?

Automatically saves changes to disk

Prevents buffers from being unloaded when switching

Hides the Vim interface

Deletes all buffers

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which command is used to delete a buffer in Vim?

:remove

:close

:delete

:bd

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?