Re: Advice on opening large/huge files

On 02.08.17 11:49, Lifepillar wrote:
> From time to time, I need to edit large files (~10^2-10^3 MB).
> In my tests, Vim loads large files relatively quickly (~100MB/s).
> It's (some) filetype plugins that hog Vim.
>
> For instance, take any large file and change its suffix to have
> it recognized as Markdown. After Vim has read it (you'll see
> the line/char count in the command line), it gets stuck.
>
> I have tried the LargeFile plugin, but I haven't noticed any
> difference.
>
> Any suggestions?

Even having folding enabled can slow things down markedly on big files.
If usable responsiveness is desired, ISTM that all slow stuff simply
needs to be disabled. Even without the decorative frills, Vim offers a
lot of comfort.

Erik

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