micro
A modern, intuitive terminal-based text editor distributed as a single static binary with no dependencies.
What is micro?
Micro is a modern terminal-based text editor designed to be intuitive and easy to use, while offering advanced features like multiple cursors, splits, tabs, and a plugin system. It solves the problem of complex, dependency-heavy terminal editors by providing a single static binary that works out of the box.
Developers and system administrators who prefer working in the terminal, need a lightweight editor for remote SSH sessions, or want a more feature-rich alternative to nano.
Developers choose Micro for its combination of modern editor capabilities, zero-dependency installation, and user-friendly design. Its single binary distribution, familiar keybindings, and extensive plugin system make it a powerful yet accessible choice for terminal-based editing.
Overview
A modern and intuitive terminal-based text editor
Use Cases
Best For
- Editing configuration files over SSH on remote servers
- Users transitioning from nano to a more feature-rich terminal editor
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