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Here is why vim uses hjkl keys as arrow keys

Discover the reason why vim uses hjkl keys as arrow keys and the history behind it.

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Apr 01, 2024•1m read time•From catonmat.net
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Bonus: Why Emacs Uses the Meta KeyBonus: My Favorite Vim ShortcutsBonus: HJKL T-Shirt
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