Introduction to Vim

FAQ

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I changed something in a file which I better do not change. How do I exit a file without saving? Press <ESC> followed by :q!<ENTER>

The last action was wrong, how do I undo what I have done? Press <ESC> followed by u.

Ok, but actually the action was not wrong at all, can I have it back? <ESC> and then U (capital U!) should undo the undone.