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UGU: Unix Guru Universe - Unix Tip #4563- September  8, 2025
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 Unix Tip #4563- September  8, 2025
 
ABBREVIATE IN VI  
  
Using .exrc file  
  
Abbreviate in vi...  
As well as using map in your .exrc file, you can use the command:  
  
ab  
For example:  
ab xmas Christmas  
  
So whenever you type xmas - Christmas will be displayed.  
Handy for writing the /etc/motd file (maint - maintenance etc).  
  
You can also use the standard set commands - for example:  
set number (handy for programmers)  
set redraw  
set warn (flashes screen instead of using the bell)  
  
This tip generously supported by: mbatchelor@enterprise.net  
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