Notes on Switching to Helix from Vim
10 hours ago
- #productivity
- #text-editors
- #developer-tools
- Switched to Helix from Vim/Neovim after 20 years due to built-in language server support.
- Helix's search functionality provides better context for matches compared to Vim's ripgrep plugin.
- Appreciates Helix's quick reference popup for navigation shortcuts.
- Notes differences between Vim and Helix, such as the absence of marks and tabs in Helix, replaced by multiple cursors and a buffer switcher.
- Highlights annoyances with Helix, including text reflow issues, markdown list continuation, lack of persistent undo, and occasional crashes.
- Found switching to Helix easier than expected, adapting to its workflow within a few weeks.
- Adjusted to using a terminal-based text editor, organizing projects with dedicated terminal windows.
- Simplified configuration in Helix compared to extensive Neovim setup, focusing on a few key remappings.
- Expresses uncertainty about long-term use but is satisfied after three months.