Neovim Grepping and File Search Without Plugins

Neovim already has powerful built-in tools for searching text and files. You don't need Telescope or any plugin for basic workflow. Grepping Text with :grep Neovim can use any external search tool through :grep . Check the current grep program: : set grepprg ? Most setups will show something like: grepprg = rg -- vimgrep - uu This means Neovim uses ripgrep ( rg ) for searching. Better grepprg Configuration A good default setup: vim . opt . grepprg = "rg --vimgrep --smart-case --hidden" What thes