vim - GVIM : Possible to begin editing the file without having to press "i"? -
this question has answer here: is there way change vim's default mode 6 answers i trying move gedit gvim noticed when open file not free edit it. unless press i go in (insert) mode. is there way bypass this? file instantly editable? you can editing .vimrc file. looks set im! command you're looking set input mode default, you'll need explicitly map escape change command mode. a better question why want this, though. unless you're opening brand new file, once know vim, you'll spend little time in insert mode, should using more advanced command-mode commands (append, correct, etc) edit , update code @ appropriate places. if you're going use vim same way use gedit, don't bother - gedit better vim @ being gedit. edit: after reading comments on question, sounds really, shouldn't using vim. it's not want stumble defaul...