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eddy

Simple CLI text editor

TLDR

Open a file for editing
$ eddy [filename]
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Create a new file
$ eddy
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Open multiple files
$ eddy [file1] [file2]
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SYNOPSIS

eddy [options] [files]

DESCRIPTION

eddy is a minimal, simple command-line text editor designed for quick edits. It provides basic text editing functionality in an easy-to-use interface, making it suitable for small configuration changes and quick notes.
The editor focuses on simplicity over features, offering a straightforward editing experience without the complexity of larger editors like vim or emacs.

PARAMETERS

-h, --help

Display help and exit
-v, --version
Display version and exit

KEYBINDINGS

Ctrl+S

Save file
Ctrl+Q
Quit
Ctrl+N
New file
Ctrl+O
Open file
Arrow keys
Move cursor

CAVEATS

Limited feature set compared to full editors. No syntax highlighting. No plugin support. May not handle very large files well.

HISTORY

eddy was developed as a simple alternative to complex text editors, prioritizing ease of use and minimal resource usage.

SEE ALSO

nano(1), micro(1), vim(1)

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