The New Windows "Edit" Command
Microsoft has introduced "Edit," a cross-platform, command-line text editor with mouse support, familiar menus, and standard key binds, designed for both advanced and novice users, available on Windows and Linux.
MAIN POINTS FROM TRANSCRIPT
- "Edit" is a cross-platform command-line text editor by Microsoft.
- It features mouse support and familiar menus like File, Edit, and View.
- The tool supports standard key binds like Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V.
- It is available by default in Windows 25H2 update and can be installed via winget or GitHub.
TAKEAWAYS
- "Edit" is useful for remote server access without a GUI, similar to Nano and Vim.
- It allows opening multiple files simultaneously and supports regex for advanced searches.
- The tool is open-source and can be downloaded as a standalone executable.
- It simplifies command-line text editing with intuitive features for both beginners and advanced users.