VSCodeVim / VSCodeVim/Vim

`:iabbrev` Command

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Dominant language
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Description

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.
I'm always frustrated when some typos interrupt me. (Like 'int' --> 'itn')

Describe the solution you'd like
Add the iabbrev command to vscode vim.

Describe alternatives you've considered
Sorry,I have no idea about it yet.

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Research direction

The issue does not name any files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating how VSCodeVim handles existing commands and abbreviation-related behavior, then determine the intended scope of :iabbrev support. Done should mean that the requested command handles the described typo-replacement use case and has coverage for its behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript, vscode
Domain
developer-experience, tooling
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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