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Helix

Post-Vim modal editor with built-in LSP and tree-sitter.

AppOpen source

Modal terminal editor where selection comes before action. LSP, tree-sitter and multiple cursors work without plugins.

When to use

When you like modal editing but prefer LSP and tree-sitter working without configuring plugins.

When to avoid

If you need a plugin system (still limited) or don't want to learn yet another way of editing.

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