Helix
Open Source MPL-2.0Post-modern terminal editor written in Rust
Description
Helix is a modern terminal text editor written in Rust with built-in LSP support, Tree-sitter-based syntax highlighting, and a Kakoune-inspired editing model. It offers multiple selections, integrated file search, and works out of the box without a plugin system.
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Platforms
Linux Windows macOS
Replaces the following proprietary tools
JetBrains Suite → Helix
Visual Studio → Helix
Categories
Tags
#editor
#terminal
#lsp
#tree-sitter
#rust
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