VimR for MAC
Free, open-source Neovim app for Mac: a native editor with Markdown preview, a fuzzy file finder, a file browser and trackpad support.
VimR Overview
VimR is a Neovim GUI for macOS, written in Swift. It runs Neovim inside and adds convenient features found in other graphical editors, so you keep Neovim's speed and keyboard-driven editing in a native Mac window. You get a Markdown preview, a general HTML preview that keeps your scroll position when it reloads, a fuzzy file finder like Xcode's Open Quickly, and a simple file browser.
VimR supports trackpad pinch-to-zoom and two-finger scrolling, font ligatures (turned off by default, on in Preferences), a command-line tool and a flexible workspace model like JetBrains IDEs. It is made by Tae Won Ha and is free and open source under the MIT license. Version 0.67.0 includes Neovim 0.12.6 and a new icon. It is a signed and notarized universal app for Apple Silicon and Intel and needs macOS 14.6 or later.
Key Features
VimR gives Neovim a home on the Mac.
- Neovim inside: Neovim 0.12.6 in a native app.
- Markdown preview: see your document as you write.
- HTML preview: keeps the scroll position on reload.
- Fuzzy file finder: like Xcode's Open Quickly.
- File browser: a simple project view.
- Trackpad: pinch to zoom and two-finger scrolling.
- Ligatures: optional font ligatures.
- Universal: Apple Silicon and Intel, notarized.
What’s New in Version 0.67.0
VimR 0.67.0 updates Neovim.
- Neovim 0.12.6
- A new app icon
VimR FAQ
Is VimR free?
Yes. VimR is free and open source under the MIT license.
What is the difference between VimR and MacVim?
VimR is a Mac app for Neovim, while MacVim is a Mac app for Vim.
Which Neovim version is included?
VimR 0.67.0 includes Neovim 0.12.6.
Which macOS version does VimR need?
VimR 0.67.0 needs macOS 14.6 or later.
Does VimR run on Apple Silicon?
Yes. It is a signed and notarized universal app for Apple Silicon and Intel.
Does VimR have a Markdown preview?
Yes. It has a Markdown preview and a general HTML preview.
Can I find files quickly?
Yes. It has a fuzzy file finder like Xcode's Open Quickly, plus a simple file browser.
Does VimR support ligatures?
Yes. Font ligatures are off by default and can be turned on in Preferences.
Can I install VimR with Homebrew?
Yes. Run brew install --cask vimr.
Where does the VimR download on vimr.FULLMAC.app come from?
The download button leads to the official VimR releases on GitHub at https://github.com/qvacua/vimr/releases/latest. vimr.FULLMAC.app does not change or repackage the app.
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