VSCodeVim / VSCodeVim/Vim

How to disable Visual Mode in VSCodeVim?

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Description

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

Hi! I would like to work without visual mode completely. is it possible to just turn it off somehow?

Describe the solution you'd like

No visual mode

Describe alternatives you've considered

None. i think insert and normal mode are all i need.

thank you!

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points; begin by locating VSCodeVim's Visual Mode handling and its configuration or keybinding documentation. Done means users can disable Visual Mode while retaining insert and normal modes, with the behavior documented and verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript, vscode
Domain
devtools
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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