Vi(m) arrow key navigation problem

Konstantin Ryabitsev icon at linux.duke.edu
Mon Apr 5 03:16:34 UTC 2004


Sean Earp wrote:
> Hello all-
> 
> When trying to edit config files with VI, I have run into a strange 
> problem.  After hitting "i" to insert, and then attempting to use the 
> arrow keys on my keyboard to navigate around, every press of the arrow 
> keys inserts letters (up = A, down = B, right = C, left = D).  Is this 
> expected behavior,  am I missing something, or do I just have a wonky 
> keyboard?  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  Thanks,

Ponder the value of your $TERM.

Regards,
-- 
Konstantin ("Icon") Ryabitsev
Duke Physics Systems Admin, RHCE
I am looking for a job in Canada!
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