File Tree

The file tree sits on the left side of the jvim layout when you open a vault directory. It uses vim-style movement keys and supports instant type-to-filter so you can locate files without leaving the keyboard.

▶ File tree: filter, open, create, rename

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Demo recording in progress — coming in the next release.

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Focusing the Tree

The tree and the editor share the same window. Toggle focus between them at any time:

Keys	Action	Notes
Ctrl+E	Focus file tree	Switch focus from editor to tree
Tab	Focus file tree	Same as Ctrl+E
q	Back to editor	Return focus to the editor pane

Navigating the Tree

Once the tree has focus, use standard vim movement keys to move through entries:

Keys	Action	Notes
j / k	Move down / up	One entry at a time
g	Jump to top	First entry in the tree
G	Jump to bottom	Last entry in the tree
Enter	Open file	Opens the selected file in the editor

Real-Time Type-to-Filter

With tree focus active, start typing any sequence of characters. The tree filters instantly — only entries whose names contain the typed string remain visible.

There is no separate search box to open. The filter activates as soon as a printable character is typed. Press Backspace to narrow or broaden the filter, or Esc to clear it and show all entries again.

Creating, Renaming, and Deleting Files

All file management operations are available directly inside the tree. A confirmation dialog appears before any destructive action.

Keys	Action	Notes
n	New file	Prompts for a filename; creates the file in the current directory
r	Rename	Rename the currently selected entry
d	Delete	Delete with a confirmation dialog — cannot be undone

EOF Padding in Sparse Vaults

Empty or lightly-populated vaults show ~ padding below the last tree entry, consistent with the editor viewport. The markers are visual only.

Related

• Editor Basics
• Navigation
• Keymap — essentials