Visual Studio Code
Development
Lightweight, extensible code editor for almost any language.
Free
Available for Windows, macOS, Linux
Vim
A powerful, keyboard-driven text editor.
Official source: vim.orgLast verified: awaiting review · How we check softwareDeveloper: Vim project
What is Vim?
Vim is a highly configurable modal text editor, available on almost every Unix-like system and popular with developers and administrators.
Supported platforms
Pricing & licence
Open Source Open Source
Open source: the source code is public, so anyone can inspect it, and it's free to use.
Prices change, so check vim.org for current pricing.
Installation
Windows
Windows · Winget
PS> winget install --id vim.vim --exact --source wingetLinux
Linux · APT (Ubuntu and Debian-based)
$ sudo apt install vimPackage names were checked against each official package registry, and commands install the same software as the official download. Only run commands you understand.
Alternatives to Vim
No alternatives listed yet.
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Visual Studio Community
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Vim FAQ
Is Vim free?
Vim is open source.
Which platforms does Vim support?
Vim is available for Windows, macOS and Linux. It isn't available for Android and iPhone & iPad.
Can I install Vim with Winget?
Yes. Run "winget install --id vim.vim --exact --source winget" in PowerShell or Windows Terminal. The package ID was checked against Microsoft's official Winget repository.
Can I install Vim with Homebrew?
Yes. Run "brew install vim" in Terminal.
Where can I download Vim safely?
From the official website, vim.org. Aptorise links only to official sources and never hosts installers.