history-substring-search
ZSH plugin that implements Fish shell's history search feature, allowing you to search through command history by typing any part of a previous command.
What is history-substring-search?
zsh-history-substring-search is a ZSH plugin that implements Fish shell's history search functionality for ZSH users. It allows you to type any part of any previous command and then press configured keys (like UP and DOWN arrows) to cycle through matching commands in your history. This solves the problem of inefficient command history navigation in ZSH by providing intuitive substring-based searching.
ZSH users who want more efficient command history navigation, particularly those familiar with or wanting Fish shell's history search experience. It's especially valuable for developers and system administrators who frequently reuse complex commands.
Developers choose this plugin because it brings Fish shell's highly praised history search functionality to ZSH without switching shells. It provides a more intuitive and efficient way to navigate command history compared to ZSH's default history search, with extensive customization options and compatibility with popular ZSH frameworks.
Overview
🐠 ZSH port of Fish history search (up arrow)
Use Cases
Best For
- ZSH users wanting Fish shell's history search experience
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