Helix is a modal (Kakoune/Vim‑inspired) terminal-based text editor written in Rust. It features modern modal editing, multiple selections, smart syntax highlighting, and built-in language server (LSP) integration leveraging tree‑sitter for fast, incremental parsing and code intelligence.

Features

  • Vim/Kakoune-style modal editing with unified select-and-command model
  • Multi-cursor and selection support for granular editing
  • Tree‑sitter-powered incremental syntax highlighting
  • Out-of-the-box Language Server Protocol (LSP) integration
  • Fast terminal-based operation with no GUI overhead
  • Cross-platform prebuilt binaries and runtime support for major OSs

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License

Mozilla Public License 1.0 (MPL)

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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

Rust

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Rust Text Editors

Registered

2025-07-31
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