<ul><li>Introduction: Common Vim mistakes are highlighted, offering better ways to use Vim efficiently.</li><li>Staying in Insert Mode Too Long: Avoid staying in Insert mode unnecessarily; use Normal mode for enhanced efficiency.</li><li>Using Arrow Keys Instead of hjkl: Shift from arrow keys to hjkl for smoother navigation in Vim.</li><li>Not Learning Navigation Commands: Utilize powerful navigation commands like w, b, 0, ^, $, gg, and G for faster movement.</li><li>Ignoring Visual Mode: Embrace Visual mode in Vim for text selection and manipulation without resorting to the mouse.</li><li>Never Customizing .vimrc: Customize your .vimrc file for improved Vim functionality and personal preferences.</li><li>Forgetting How to Quit: Master essential quit commands like :w, :q, :wq, and :q! to exit Vim smoothly.</li><li>Thinking You Know Vim After the First Week: Continuously explore Vim's features beyond basics to enhance your editing skills.</li><li>Summary: Vim mistakes are part of the learning process; share your experiences to learn and improve collectively.</li></ul>

The Most Common Vim Mistakes You’re Probably Making (Day 4 of 30)

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