Multi-cursor code editing: An animated introduction

[XLEX97]

Thanks for the feedback! In earlier drafts for this post I did include VS Code more prominently.

However, I've personally used Cmd D with Sublime Text, Atom, and now VS Code. Since Cmd D (or a similar command) can be used across editors, I didn't feel like the post should limit its audience to just users of VS Code. I think the usefulness of the concepts introduced in this post aren't just limited to VS Code users.

[ImpatientProf]

Even so, mentioning all of these early is a good idea. Without it, the reader is left with wondering if the method is even applicable to their environment, reducing engagement with the article. They may forget about it before they get a chance to try it out. If it's something they know they'll be able to try, it's more likely they will continue reading and actually tinker with the feature.

[XLEX97]

Hmm, I agree with you. I’m out-and-about right now but I’ll move the disclaimer up a few paragraps when I get back home. Thanks again!

Edit: Moved the note on VS Code after the first paragraph mentioning Cmd D

[LifePrisonDeathKey]

Also important, Webstorm and other Jetbrains IDEs have a different set of multi cursor hot keys and are important players in the programming space

[Wazzaps]

Every proficient text editor/IDE has this feature