Introduction
Vim and Neovim are powerful text editors, and efficient searching is a crucial skill for every user. In this blog post, we’ll dive straight into the valuable world of case-insensitive searching, allowing you to find text without worrying about letter case. Whether you use Vim or Neovim, this tip is for you.
Enabling Case-Insensitive Search
1. Ignoring Case
To enable case-insensitive searching in Vim or Neovim, type the following command:
:set ignorecase
Now Vim or Neovim will search without considering letter case.
Performing Case-Insensitive Searches
2. Start Searching
To search for text, press / in Normal mode, and type your search term. Vim or Neovim will highlight all instances, regardless of case.
For example, if you’re searching for “example,” you can simply type:
/example
Turning Off Case-Insensitive Search
3. Reverting to Case-Sensitive Search
To return to case-sensitive searching, use:
:set noignorecase
Conclusion
With case-insensitive searching in, you can streamline your editing tasks. No more frustration over letter case. Incorporate this simple trick into your workflow for a more efficient editing experience.