How do I open the alternate file in a new split window without typing its name?
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Press (Ctrl+W followed by Ctrl+6) to open the alternate file in a horizontal split.
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How do I quickly switch between the current file and the last edited file?
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Pressing (Ctrl-6 on most keyboards) instantly toggles between the current buffer and the alternate file — the last file you were editing.
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How do I list all open buffers in Vim?
:ls
The :ls command displays a list of all open buffers in Vim, showing their buffer number, status indicators, file name, and the line the cursor was last on.
How do I switch to the next buffer in Vim?
:bnext
The :bnext (or :bn for short) command switches to the next buffer in Vim's buffer list.