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Absolute Line Jumps

Jump to specific lines with gg, G, and :{number}

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Goals

0/3
  • Jump to first line with gg
  • Jump to last line with G
  • Jump to line N with {N}G
Keys 0 · par 5

Instructions

  1. 1.Use G to jump to the last line
  2. 2.Use gg to jump back to the first line
  3. 3.Use 5G to jump to line 5
Quick KeysNORMAL
h j k lMove cursor
w b eWord movement
i a oEnter insert
dDelete
yYank (copy)
pPaste
uUndo
vVisual mode
:Command mode
/Search

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This companion guide helps you complete Absolute Line Jumps with fewer mistakes and better command fluency.

Quick Command Cheatsheet
  • •movement
  • •lines
  • •gg
  • •G
When to Use This Motion/Operator

Use this lesson whenever you need to jump to the right position before editing with fewer keystrokes.

  • •Prefer this over arrow-key micro-movements before each edit.
  • •Use this pattern whenever you're working inside Navigation Power tasks.
  • •Reach for movement, lines, gg when this pattern appears.
Common Mistakes
  • •Reaching for the arrow keys instead of hjkl or word motions.
  • •Taking single-character steps instead of jumping with w/b/e or f/t.
FAQ

How long should this lesson take?

Target completion is 15 seconds, but correctness matters more than speed at first.

Should I move to the next lesson if my score is low?

Revisit the specific commands you missed rather than replaying the whole lesson — targeted practice closes gaps faster at this level.

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