To switch back to normal mode automatically after inaction

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[[Vim_Tips_Wiki:New_tips{{{subpage}}}#To switch back to normal mode automatically after inaction|created]] December 9, 2007 · complexity basic · author Anon · version 7.0

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Looking for a way to exit insert mode automatically when you haven't typed anything for a few seconds?

Try:

au! CursorHoldI * stopinsert

References:

• :help :stopinsert
• :help CursorHoldI
• :help 'updatetime'

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