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Neo-tree

Neo-tree is a modern file explorer plugin for Neovim that transforms the built-in file explorer into a more powerful and visually appealing tool.

What Problem Does It Solve?

Traditional file explorers in Neovim can be:

  • Limited in functionality
  • Visually outdated
  • Hard to navigate
  • Missing modern features
  • Performance heavy

How It Improves Productivity

  1. Better Interface:

    • Modern and clean design
    • File icons support
    • Git integration
    • Smooth animations

  2. Enhanced Features:

    • File filtering
    • Search capabilities
    • Git status indicators
    • File operations

  3. Advanced Features:

    • Custom commands
    • Window management
    • File system operations
    • Integration with other plugins

How to Use

Basic Usage

  • Open/close file explorer
  • Navigate through files
  • Create/delete files
  • Copy/move files
  • Search files
  • Filter files
  • View git status

Configuration

  • Edit lua/config/neo-tree.lua
  • Customize appearance
  • Set up keybindings
  • Configure integrations

Integration

  • Works with git
  • Compatible with LSP
  • Supports file icons
  • Works with other plugins