Question 1

How to install tabout.nvim with packer?

Accepted Answer

Add the plugin to your packer setup using the Lua configuration provided in the README, ensuring the setup function is called after dependencies like nvim-treesitter and nvim-cmp. Set options like tabkey and tabouts based on your preferences.

Question 2

tabout.nvim vs auto-pairs – which is better for Neovim?

Accepted Answer

tabout.nvim focuses on tab-based navigation out of pairs for faster cursor movement, while auto-pairs typically handles automatic pair insertion and deletion. Choose tabout.nvim if you prioritize efficient exiting from symbols; auto-pairs if you want automated pair management with less setup.

Question 3

Why isn't tabout.nvim working in my Python files?

Accepted Answer

This is likely because you lack the tree-sitter parser for Python. Install it using nvim-treesitter, as tabout.nvim requires tree-sitter for context detection in each language, as specified in the requirements section.

Question 4

How to configure tabout.nvim to work with nvim-cmp?

Accepted Answer

Set the 'completion' option appropriately and use the fallback function in nvim-cmp mappings, as detailed in the README. This ensures Tab key prioritizes completion menu navigation before triggering tabout.

Question 5

Can I use tabout.nvim with Vim instead of Neovim?

Accepted Answer

No, tabout.nvim is Neovim-specific and relies on features like the Lua API and tree-sitter integration. Vim users would need alternative plugins or consider switching to Neovim for this functionality.

Question 6

How to add custom symbol pairs in tabout.nvim?

Accepted Answer

Add entries to the 'tabouts' configuration array, e.g., {open = '<', close = '>'}. Note that only single-character pairs are supported currently, as mentioned in the options documentation.

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