A lightweight terminal text editor that brings back the simplicity of MS-DOS Edit with modern conveniences. Perfect for Windows servers, WSL environments, and situations where installing Vim or Nano isn't practical, Edit delivers an accessible editing experience without sacrificing functionality.

Key capabilities include:

Modeless operation with mouse actions and familiar VS Code-style shortcuts
Multi-file editing with simultaneous tabs for quick context switching
Find-and-replace using Ctrl + R with full regex support
Quick file switcher via Ctrl + P for rapid navigation
Word-wrap toggle and persistent menu shortcuts for efficient workflows
UTF-8 support with Windows clipboard integration
Minimal footprint at under 250KB binary size
Light themes and comprehensive undo history
Status metrics display for real-time editing information

Designed for both terminal novices and experienced users, Edit eliminates the learning curve of complex editors while maintaining the power needed for everyday editing tasks. The intuitive interface combines GUI-like behavior with command-line efficiency, making it ideal for remote sessions and quick edits where a full IDE would be overkill.

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