Question 1

How does easypick.nvim compare to fzf.vim for command output selection?

Accepted Answer

Easypick.nvim integrates directly with Telescope for a Neovim-native UI and Lua customization, while fzf.vim relies on an external fzf binary. Choose Easypick if you're already invested in Telescope and prefer Lua-based workflows.

Question 2

How to create a git status picker with easypick.nvim?

Accepted Answer

Define a picker in your config with command 'git status --porcelain' and use a previewer like `previewers.file_diff()`. Add it to the pickers table for named access via :Easypick, similar to the examples in the README.

Question 3

Can easypick.nvim handle commands with paginated output?

Accepted Answer

No, it expects full output in one go. You may need to adjust commands to disable paging, e.g., using 'git --no-pager diff' or piping through 'cat', as it works with plain text lists.

Question 4

How to run a one-off shell command and select from its output?

Accepted Answer

Use `require('easypick').one_off('your command here')` to instantly create a picker with default preview and action, allowing interactive selection without pre-configuration.

Question 5

Is easypick.nvim suitable for non-file based commands?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as output is plain text. You can create pickers for any command, but actions might require customization, such as using `nvim_commandf` for command execution instead of file opening.

Question 6

How to add a custom action to open a URL from selected output?

Accepted Answer

Define a custom action in your picker config with a Lua function that parses the entry and uses `vim.fn.system` to open the URL, leveraging the flexibility shown in the actions section of the README.

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