![]() ![]() There are many “special” buffers that do not correspond to loaded files.There are modes for many programming languages that support special features like syntax highlighting, auto-indentation, and other extra language-specific commands. The most basic mode is Fundamental, which provides only the most basic Emacs editing features. The rest of the status flag indicates other information about file permissions, etc., that you are unlikely to encounter in this course. The status flag shows whether the file has been changed (shows U:**-) or remains unchanged (shows U:-).The mode line displays information about the buffer displayed in the current window.The cursor is a rectangular block also called the point.A buffer is a logical “text thing” that you are working on, typically the contents of a file. Emacs is showing the contents of a buffer within a window (or frame).To start a GUI application, know your key-bindings well and startĮmacs directly in the terminal with emacs -nw ( no If you using a command line interface with no option (or motivation) Immediately return control of the terminal to you. & tells the command line to open Emacs in the background and If you are working with a graphical user interface, start Emacs byĬlicking its icon or by running emacs & at the command line. ![]() Buttons and menus in the graphical version help when you are lost, but learn the key bindings (keyboard shortcuts) to find the true source of power. The first differences you will notice are the key bindings and the interface. Emacs is different than other text editors in many ways. ![]()
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