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2009-01-08

19:28:55, Categories: Linux, Software Development, Technology

Choosing VIM Color Scheme

VIM Color Scheme Test shows VIM in >300 different color schemes. There’s a lot to choose from.

I currently use MacVim and its default color scheme. Will need to find a good color scheme to use in the fullscreen mode (Cmd-Shift-F). I had a custom scheme installed in Komodo Edit but I have not used this editor in a while.

What are your favorite code editors / IDEs and what color schemes do you use?

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Comment from: Rich [Visitor]

ps_color for Vim. I've been using it for years, and it keeps my eyes happy.

Permalink 2009-01-08 @ 23:22

Comment from: captsolo [Member]

ps_color is very mild indeed. freya and carvedwood might also be good on eyes.

I might need more contrast between colors, though, such as in neon or darkocean.

Permalink 2009-01-09 @ 01:12

Comment from: Nuno Lopes [Visitor]

Using CarbonEmacs with standard black on white background. I was told this color scheme was the easiest on the eyes! Anyone confirm that? ;)

Permalink 2009-01-09 @ 02:32

Comment from: captsolo [Member]

Hey, Nuno, happy new year! :)

I liked golden / yellow on black background on (old) Hercules monitors (well, those were probably the only 2 colors you could get on them, with maybe some gradations inbetween).

Re. just using black on white background - don't you use code highlighting? Also wondering if this color combination is easier on the eyes or not. (I think not)

Permalink 2009-01-09 @ 03:48

Comment from: Nuno Lopes [Visitor]

Happy new year for you too!

For code highlighting I use the emacs standards. It depends on the mode but generally is very soft: dark blue for reserved words and functions and dark red for comments

Permalink 2009-01-12 @ 00:53

Comment from: anarhists [Visitor]

Sveiciens!

Apsveicu tu esi diezgan augstu ticis googles mekētājā pēc "vim colorschemes" :)
Lai veicas!

Permalink 2009-04-27 @ 12:44

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