How do I jump to a percentage position in a file?

Explanation

When used with a count, the % command jumps to the line at that percentage of the file. For example, 50% jumps to the middle of the file.

How it works

• {count}% jumps to the line at that percentage through the file
• 50% goes to the midpoint
• 10% goes to 10% through the file
• The cursor lands on the first non-blank character

Example

In a 200-line file:

• 25% jumps to line 50
• 50% jumps to line 100
• 75% jumps to line 150

Tips

• Without a count, % matches brackets instead
• This is useful for quick estimation-based navigation
• Works well with the ruler or statusline showing file percentage
• :set ruler shows cursor position including percentage