Helix

Open source

A modal, terminal-based code editor built in Rust with multiple selections, Tree-sitter, and built-in language server support.

by Helix projectOfficial site ↗Source code ↗

Pricing: free
Free tier: true
License: open-source
Open source: Yes

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Identity · Taxonomy

Documentation(HTTPS URL): https://docs.helix-editor.com/Verification pending
Tags(open-source;cloud-native): terminal, modal-editing, rust, open-sourceVerification pending

Pricing · Licensing

Free plan(true/false): trueVerification pending
License model(proprietary;open-source;source-available;dual-license): open-sourceVerification pending
Pricing model(free;subscription;usage;seat;asset;transaction;revenue-share;perpetual;custom): freeVerification pending
Source repository(HTTPS URL): https://github.com/helix-editor/helixVerification pending
SPDX license IDs(Apache-2.0;MIT): MPL-2.0Verification pending

Features · Product · Fit

Core capabilities(authoring;automation;analytics): Modal, keyboard-driven editing, Multiple selections, Tree-sitter integration, Language server support, Terminal-based operationVerification pending

Api · Integrations · Ecosystem

CLI(true/false): trueVerification pending

Audience · Use · Case

Best for(Neutral editorial summary): Developers who prefer modal, terminal-based editing with built-in language features and multiple selections.Verification pending
Primary use cases(build;monitor;automate): Terminal-based code editing, Modal (Vim-style) editing workflowsVerification pending
Skill level(beginner;intermediate;advanced;specialist): advancedVerification pending

Lifecycle · Versioning

Current version(1.12.3): 25.07.1Verification pending
Maintenance status(active;maintenance;deprecated;EOL;archived): activeVerification pending

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