Vim-Like Layer for Xorg and Wayland

In plain words

This software provides a Vim-like layer that works with both Xorg and Wayland display servers. It allows users to apply Vim's modal editing keybindings and navigation patterns to their graphical desktop environment. The tool is designed for users familiar with Vim who want to extend those efficient keyboard shortcuts beyond text editors to their broader system interactions. It launched in 2020 and runs across different Linux display server architectures.

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