Vim Multibyte Char Search for Obsidian
This plugin allows Vim users to search for multibyte characters (e.g., Chinese, Japanese) by typing the first letter of their ASCII-based input method, such as the first letter of Pinyin for Chinese characters.
Best For
Key Use Cases
- Searching for Chinese characters using Pinyin initials
- Searching for Japanese characters using Romaji initials
- Quickly locating multibyte characters in notes while in Vim mode
Pros
- Speeds up search for non-ASCII characters
- Leverages existing input method knowledge
- Integrates seamlessly with Obsidian's Vim mode
Limitations
- Requires familiarity with the specific ASCII mapping for each language
- Only works in Vim mode
- May not support all multibyte languages
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