How can I split the Vim window vertically, and make the bottom panel some height?

Question

With the [N]sp option, I can split a Window and make the Top panel of size N. Is there any way to make the bottom panel of some size?

Answer 1

:below 3sp

splits and makes the bottom panel of size 3.

Answer 2

There's a couple of ways:

• Use :below <N>sp to make a window beneath the current one of size N lines.
• Use Ctrl + W to switch to an existing window. Then :resize N to set it to N lines high.