If you are using bash as your default shell, insert the following line into /etc/bashrc
export EDITOR="pico" Just put it near the bottom of the file, be sure to save as text. You must be root to change this file so type su then enter enter root password and enter. cd /etc pico bashrc Ron Franki wrote: > > Hi all, > > vi has been my nemesis for a long time now, I never get the time to learn > it, as there are other easier editors and I don't have the time to worry > about it.. > > I need to edit my contab and don't wish to do it with vi.. > > I'd prefer pico or mcedit (both of which are installed.) > > I know there is a way to export the default editor but I can't remember what > it is... > > Can anyone enlighten me? I had an email with the details in it, but can't > find it when I need it most.. > > any help,,, much appreciated. > > rgds > > Frank > > ------------------------------------------------------------ > Want to buy your Pack or Services from MandrakeSoft? > Go to http://www.mandrakestore.com -- Ron Marriage Homepage http://www.seidata.com/~marriage/ Email mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Linux User Group http://www.seidata.com/~seilug/ Blind Links http://www.seidata.com/~marriage/rblind.html
Want to buy your Pack or Services from MandrakeSoft? Go to http://www.mandrakestore.com
