How do you use the expression register to insert a calculation?

Q: How do you use the expression register to insert a calculation?

` =42*7 ` In insert mode, press ` =` to access the expression register, type a math expression like `42*7`, and press Enter to insert the result (294).

Answer

<C-r>=42*7<CR>

Explanation

In insert mode, press <C-r>= to access the expression register, type a math expression like 42*7, and press Enter to insert the result (294).

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