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micro

TLDR

Open file

$ micro [file.txt]
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Open at line
$ micro [file.txt]:[line]
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Open multiple files
$ micro [file1.txt] [file2.txt]
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Diff files
$ micro -diff [file1] [file2]
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Read-only mode
$ micro -readonly [file.txt]
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Show version
$ micro -version
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SYNOPSIS

micro [options] [files]

DESCRIPTION

micro is a modern terminal text editor. It provides intuitive keybindings and mouse support.
The tool is easy to use like nano but more powerful. Supports syntax highlighting and plugins.
micro is a modern terminal editor.

PARAMETERS

FILES

Files to edit.
-diff F1 F2
Diff two files.
-readonly
Read-only mode.
-plugin CMD
Plugin management.
-version
Show version.
--help
Display help information.

CAVEATS

Go-based. Plugin system available. Different from vim/emacs.

HISTORY

Micro was created by Zachary Yedidia as a modern, intuitive alternative to nano and vim.

SEE ALSO

nano(1), vim(1), emacs(1)

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