VSCodeVim / VSCodeVim/Vim

`\v` at the start of a search pattern activates Vim’s “very magic” search mode. But I typing `\v` in VSCodeVim does not working correctly

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Description

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hope \v in VSCodeVim activates “very magic” search mode

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Locate VSCodeVim's search-pattern handling and any existing tests for Vim search modes; done means typing \v at the start of a search pattern activates very-magic mode, with coverage for that behavior.

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Assessment

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

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