Q. How do I print line numbers on printer for my c / java code written using vi / vim text editor under Linux / UNIX operating system?
A. To print line number on screen and hardcopies such as printer type the following two commands while vim / vi text editor is open:
set number
set printoptions=number:y
Add above two commands to your ~/.vimrc file; so that settings get loaded everytime you start vim.
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Great tip, thanks guys (and google)
Awesome!
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