What is the difference between the i and a commands of the vi editor?

The correct answer is B. i (insert) inserts text before the current cursor position whereas a (append) inserts text after the. You've hit your Sonnet limit · resets Jun 8, 9am (UTC)

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What is the difference between the i and a commands of the vi editor?

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Ai (interactive) requires the user to explicitly switch between vi modes whereas a (automatic)
Bi (insert) inserts text before the current cursor position whereas a (append) inserts text after the
Ci (independent rows) starts every new line at the first character whereas a (aligned rows) keeps
Di (interrupt) temporarily suspends editing of a file to the background whereas a (abort) terminates

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B
88% (21)
C
8% (2)
D
4% (1)

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#vi editor#insert mode#append mode#cursor positioning

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