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Zed on Linux Is Here (zed.dev)

923 points by 0xedb · 762 days ago · 677 comments on HN

Article summary

Zed, a code editor, is now available on Linux. The installation process can be done by running a shell script. Zed's features include speed, collaborative editing, and a simple user interface. The editor also has a Vim mode and supports extensions.

Main themes

  • Zed on Linux
  • Code Editor Features
  • Installation Process
  • Collaborative Editing
  • Vim Mode
  • User Interface

What commenters say

  • Zed's speed and collaborative editing features make it a promising alternative to other code editors.
  • The editor's Vim mode is satisfactory, but some users find it lacking compared to other editors.
  • The ability to edit search results without opening the entire file is a unique and useful feature in Zed.
  • Some users appreciate Zed's simple and clean user interface, while others find it too minimalistic.
  • The one-line installer is convenient, but some users are concerned about the installation process and would prefer more transparency.
  • Zed's collaboration mode is a major selling point, especially for users who value pair programming and real-time editing.
  • The editor's performance is comparable to, or even surpasses, that of other popular editors like Sublime and VS Code.
  • Some users are hesitant to switch to Zed due to the lack of certain features or plugins, but are willing to give it a try due to its potential.