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+XVile is the X11 version of vile. In addition to the capabilities
+listed below for the character-oriented version of vile, xvile offers
+scrollbars and more complete mouse integration.
+
+Vile is a text editor which is extremely compatible with vi in terms of
+"finger feel". In addition, it has extended capabilities in many areas,
+notably:
+
+ multi-file editing and viewing
+ key rebinding (in addition to :map, :map!, and :abbr)
+ mouse support (in an xterm, or when built as xvile)
+ infinite undo
+ many additional operator commands
+ selection highlighting
+ rectangular operations
+ "next error" cursor positioning after compilation
+ full function- and arrow-key support
+ filename, command, internal mode and variable completion
+ auxiliary utilities for man page and C program syntax highlighting
+ built-in macro language
+ portability to all UNIX platforms, VMS, DOS, Win32, OS/2