Vim has always been my go-to text editor because of how flexible and powerful it is, especially when it comes to speeding up my workflow. Out of all its modes, I’ve found command-line mode to be a real game-changer. It’s where you can execute more complex tasks, access a whole range of hidden features, and even tweak your editing setup to make it just right for you. In this article, I’ll walk you through what makes command-line mode so special and how you can make the most of it.