These shortcuts will make your game far out, man!
space space
Make spaces more visible in the map
space f
Make your game in full screen
space enter Hide all characters
space n Activate the grid numbers
space r Activate relative grid numbers (vim-style)
space m Open the map
space t Random tutorial command
h - Move cursor left
j - Move cursor down
k - Move cursor up
l - Move cursor right
w - Move to beginning of next word
W - Move to beginning of next WORD
e - Move to end of current word
B - Move to beginning of previous WORD
gE - Move to end of previous WORD
ge - Move to end of previous word
g_ - Move to last non-blank character of line
0 - Move to beginning of line
^ - Move to first non-blank character of line
$ - Move to end of line
f{char} - Find next occurrence of character
F{char} - Find previous occurrence of character
t{char} - Move to before next occurrence of
character
T{char} - Move to after previous occurrence of
character
; - Repeat last f, F, t, or T search
, - Repeat last f, F, t, or T search in opposite
direction
gg - Go to beginning of file
G - Go to end of file
5G - Go to line 5
H - Move to top of screen
M - Move to middle of screen
L - Move to bottom of screen
( - Move to previous sentence, sentence is : '.'
'!' '?' separated by ' ' ']' '"',' ', '\n'
) - Move to next sentence
{ - Move to previous paragraph, paragraph : group
of non-empty lines separated by one or more blank lines.
} - Move to next paragraph, paragraph : group of
non-empty lines separated by one or more blank lines.
% - Jump to matching bracket/parenthesis
3j - Move down 3 lines
5w - Move forward 5 words
Understanding how points are awarded for different Vim motions, dude!
h j k l - Basic Movement (100 points)
w W e E b B ge gE - Word Movement (120 points)
0 $ - Line Movement (120 points)
^ g_ - Smart Line Movement (130 points)
f F t T - Find Character (125 points)
; , - Repeat Find (130 points)
gg G 5G - File Jump (130 points)
H M L - Screen Movement (150 points)
{ } ( ) - Paragraph Movement (160 points)
% - Match Movement (200 points)
↑ ↓ ← → - Arrow Key Penalty (-50 points)
5w instead of pressing l multiple times.
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Boba.vim offers multiple ways to master Vim motions and commands:
Vim motions are commands that move your cursor efficiently through text. Essential motions include:
For deeper Vim learning, we recommend these excellent YouTube channels:
ThePrimeagen is a popular software engineer and content creator who makes Vim accessible through entertaining and practical tutorials. His series covers everything from basic navigation to advanced Vim workflows, making it perfect for beginners who want to understand Vim fundamentals before diving into more complex topics.
Sylvan Franklin, known in the community as "Vimothy," provides deep-dive content into Vim motions and philosophy. His channel offers advanced insights into Vim's design principles and sophisticated movement patterns, making it ideal for users who want to truly master the editor's potential and understand the reasoning behind its commands.
Your score is based on the efficiency of your movements. Higher-value motions that cover more ground with fewer keystrokes earn more points. The game rewards you for using advanced Vim techniques rather than basic arrow key movements.
Boba.vim requires an internet connection for full functionality, including multiplayer modes, leaderboards, and progress tracking. However, the core learning experience and solo practice modes work with minimal connectivity.
Absolutely! Boba.vim is designed for all skill levels. Start with tutorial maps, consult the manual when needed, and let Uncle Boba guide you through the basics. The game progressively introduces more complex motions as you improve.
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