VSCodeVim / VSCodeVim/Vim

`:w` does not trigger `formatOnSave` very often

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Description

Describe the bug
using :w does not trigger "formatOnSave" very often, but directly save does (cmd+s or ctrl+s)

To Reproduce
Simply enter :w, won't see formatting message in status bar,
but directly save everytime work

Expected behavior
the same as (cmd+s / ctrl+s)

Environment (please complete the following information):

  • Extension (VsCodeVim) version: 0.16.10
  • VSCode version: 1.28.1
  • OS: mac/win
  • python editing with autopep8/yapf/black

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Research direction

No source file or test is named. Start by reproducing the difference between :w and Cmd/Ctrl+S with Python formatting enabled, then trace the :w command and VS Code formatOnSave integration. Done means :w consistently triggers the same formatting behavior as direct save.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python, typescript, vscode
Domain
tooling
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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