redo VIM Command

How to use redo Command in Linux VIM editor?

Explanation


Ctrl + r stands for redo
This command is used to redo the undone changes in the editor. If you have performed the undo for more number of times then you can redo it using this command.

Usage:

Ctrl + r

Example:

  • Open the file test.txt using the command
    $ vim test.txt
  • The text in the file is
    Hiox Software
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    Hiox India

  • Move the cursor to second line and delete that line.
    Press dd
    redo VIM Command
  • To undo the deletion
    Press :u
    redo VIM
  • To reverse the operation, use the redo command.
    Press ctrl+r
    Undo Recent Changes

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