Editing Files
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Options for Editing Files in Linux
Nano
Nano is a simple text editor that comes pre-installed on most Linux distributions. It is a good choice for beginners as it is easy to use and has a simple interface.
To open a file in Nano, use the following command:
nano filename
Vim
Vim is a more advanced text editor that is also pre-installed on most Linux distributions. It is a good choice for more advanced users as it has a steeper learning curve than Nano.
To open a file in Vim, use the following command:
vim filename
Emacs
Emacs is another advanced text editor that is also pre-installed on most Linux distributions. It is a good choice for more advanced users as it has a steeper learning curve than Nano.
To open a file in Emacs, use the following command:
emacs filename