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If you press Ctrl + W in nano, what will happen?

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Linux CLI - Viewing and Editing Files
If you press Ctrl + W in nano, what will happen?
AIt saves the file
BIt opens the search prompt
CIt exits nano
DIt pastes the cut text
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Identify Ctrl + W function

    Ctrl + W opens the search prompt to find text inside the file.

  2. Step 2: Check other options

    Saving is Ctrl + O, exiting is Ctrl + X, pasting is Ctrl + U.

  3. Final Answer:

    It opens the search prompt -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Ctrl + W = Search text [OK]
Quick Trick: Search text with Ctrl + W [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing search with save
  • Mixing paste with search
  • Thinking Ctrl+W exits nano

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