mini.nvim: A Comprehensive Library of 40+ Neovim Modules for Enhanced Experience
Summary
mini.nvim is a powerful library offering over 40 independent Lua modules designed to significantly enhance your Neovim experience with minimal effort. Acting as a 'Swiss Army knife' for your editor, it provides a wide array of tools for text editing, workflow management, and appearance customization. Each module is independent, allowing users to pick and choose functionalities as needed.
Repository Info
Introduction
mini.nvim is an extensive library of over 40 independent Lua modules, meticulously crafted to elevate your Neovim experience with minimal setup. Often described as a "Swiss Army knife" for Neovim, this project provides a diverse collection of tools spanning text editing, general workflow enhancements, and appearance customization. Each module is designed for independence, allowing users to integrate only the functionalities they truly need without unnecessary overhead.
Installation
Installing mini.nvim is straightforward, with options for various plugin managers. The main branch is recommended for the latest development version, while the stable branch offers releases tested during public beta.
Here are examples for popular plugin managers:
With folke/lazy.nvim:
-- For main branch (recommended)
{ 'nvim-mini/mini.nvim', version = false },
-- For stable branch
{ 'nvim-mini/mini.nvim', version = '*' },
With junegunn/vim-plug:
" For main branch (recommended)
Plug 'nvim-mini/mini.nvim'
" For stable branch
Plug 'nvim-mini/mini.nvim', { 'branch': 'stable' }
Remember to call require('<module_name>').setup({}) for each module you wish to enable, optionally providing a configuration table.
Examples
mini.nvim offers a rich set of modules. Here are a few examples to illustrate its capabilities:
- mini.ai: Extends and creates
a/itext objects, making text selection and manipulation more intuitive. - mini.comment: Provides robust functionality for commenting and uncommenting lines of code.
- mini.surround: Enables powerful surround actions, allowing you to easily add, change, or delete surrounding characters like quotes or parentheses.
- mini.files: A versatile module for navigating and manipulating the file system directly within Neovim.
- mini.pick: A general-purpose picker that helps you find and select anything, from files to commands.
- mini.statusline: Offers a highly customizable statusline to display relevant information about your editor state.
Why Use mini.nvim?
Choosing mini.nvim brings several compelling advantages to your Neovim setup:
- Modularity and Independence: You only install and load the modules you intend to use. Each module functions independently, minimizing bloat and startup times.
- Comprehensive Toolset: With over 40 modules, mini.nvim covers a vast range of functionalities, potentially reducing your reliance on numerous single-purpose plugins.
- Consistent Design: All modules adhere to shared configuration approaches and general design principles, ensuring a cohesive and predictable user experience.
- Stability and Maintenance: The project has been transferred to a dedicated organization, signaling a commitment to long-term stability and active development.
- Minimal Effort: Designed to improve your Neovim experience with straightforward setup and configuration.