Master Vim Text Objects
The Power of ci"
Change Inside Quotes with Surgical Precision
🎯 What You'll Learn
- ✓ How text objects work in Vim
- ✓ The ci" command for quotes
- ✓ Positioning and precision editing
- ✓ Similar text objects you can use
⚡ Why This Matters
Text objects are one of Vim's most powerful features. Instead of counting characters or using multiple commands, you can operate on logical units like "everything inside quotes," "the current word," or "content inside parentheses."
🧠 Understanding the Command
Result: Deletes everything between the nearest pair of quotes and puts you in insert mode to type replacement text.
Interactive Tutorial
Transform the console.log message from "Hello, World!" to "Vim Ninja Rocks!" using only Vim commands.
🎯 Your Mission
Transform the console.log message from "Hello, World!" to "Vim Ninja Rocks!" using only Vim commands.
function main() {
console.log("Hello, World!");
}
function main() {
console.log("Vim Ninja Rocks!");
}🚀 Ready to Learn?
Click "Start Tutorial" to begin your interactive Vim learning journey. You'll advance through each step at your own pace.
⌨️ Quick Reference
Code Editor
You're Now a Text Object Pro!
Congratulations on mastering the ci" command
What's Next?
Now that you understand text objects, explore these powerful variations:
ci( Change inside parenthesesciw Change inside wordci{} Change inside bracescit Change inside HTML tag💡 Pro Tips
- • Use di" to delete without entering insert mode
- • Try yi" to copy (yank) inside quotes
- • Use ca" to change including the quotes
- • Combine with numbers: c2i" for nested quotes
🌟 Keep Learning
Text objects are just the beginning. Master Vim's full potential with more advanced tutorials and exercises.
📱 Desktop Required
The Vim tutorial experience is optimized for desktop. Please open this on a computer to get the full interactive experience.