What is the unnamed register and how does it work?

Q: What is the unnamed register and how does it work?

`""p` The unnamed register `""` is the default target for yank, delete, and change operations. It mirrors the last used register. `p` without a register prefix uses it.

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Explanation

The unnamed register "" is the default target for yank, delete, and change operations. It mirrors the last used register. p without a register prefix uses it.

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