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Learning the basic key bindings to:
is the first step on the path to mastering Emacs.
| Key Binding | Command | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| C-x C-f | find-file | Find and open a file |
| C-x C-s | save-buffer | Save the buffer |
| C-x b | switch-to-buffer | Switch buffer |
| C-x k | kill-buffer | Kill (close) a buffer |
| C-x C-b | list-buffers | Display all open buffers |
| C-x C-c | save-buffers-kill-terminal | Exit Emacs |
| esc-esc-esc | keyboard-escape-quit | Exit the current mode; return to one window |
| C-/ | undo | Undo changes |
| F-10 | menu-bar-open | Activate the menu bar |
Table 6.1: Basic Commands