Text Editor

Noun · Development

Definitions

  1. A program for creating and modifying plain-text files, ranging from minimal tools like nano to extensible programmer editors like Vim, Emacs, and VS Code that provide syntax highlighting, keybindings, and plugin ecosystems.

    In plain English: A program for writing and editing code or plain text files.

    Example: "The 'which text editor is best' debate has been running since the 1970s and will outlive us all."

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