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Q: 

Edit file name with vim

Is there a way to edit file names with vim using Explorer or NERDtree?

+1  A: 

When you navigate throw the NERDTree when you have the repertory your file should be, just press M, the Filesystem Menu should appear and you will be able to modify. its been a long time so I'm not really sure.

ludo  2009-12-31 09:30:08
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If you are using the standard 'netrw' file explorer then put the cursor on the filename and press R.

Dave Kirby  2009-12-31 09:45:45
+1  A: 

vim your_directory_name

JK to move to your target directory

Shift+R to rename the directory.

Tommy  2009-12-31 10:04:36

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