Short answer
To install vi on Omarchy, open a terminal and run omarchy pkg add vi. It is a 171.6 KB download (320.5 KB installed), version 1:070224-9, licensed BSD-4-Clause-UC AND Caldera-no-preamble. The original ex/vi text editor. Check the project site for current pricing.
Install vi on Omarchy
The original ex/vi text editor
- Open a terminal.
- Run the install command:
omarchy pkg add vi - Check it landed. Pacman should list version 1:070224-9:
pacman -Qi vi
Open and use vi
To see what the package installed, including any commands and desktop entries:
pacman -Ql vivi requirements and compatibility
No special requirements are documented for vi.
Dependencies Omarchy installs for you
ncurses
Pricing and license
Check the project site for current pricing. License: BSD-4-Clause-UC AND Caldera-no-preamble.
Uninstall vi
omarchy pkg drop vivi package facts
| Package | vi |
|---|---|
| Version | 1:070224-9 |
| Category | Utilities |
| License | BSD-4-Clause-UC AND Caldera-no-preamble |
| Download | 171.6 KB |
| Installed size | 320.5 KB |
| Built | 2026-09-05 |
| Pricing | Check the project site for current pricing |
Frequently asked questions
How do I install vi on Omarchy?
Open a terminal and run omarchy pkg add vi. The download is 171.6 KB and it takes 320.5 KB once installed. Omarchy pulls in any dependencies automatically.
Is vi free?
Check the project site for current pricing. The package is licensed BSD-4-Clause-UC AND Caldera-no-preamble.
How do I uninstall vi?
Run omarchy pkg drop vi. It removes the package from your system.
What does vi depend on?
The package declares 1 dependency: ncurses. Omarchy installs them for you.
Is vi in the official Omarchy repo?
Yes. It is published as vi (version 1:070224-9) in the official Omarchy package repository. Project site: https://ex-vi.sourceforge.net/. This site is unofficial: an independent community project, not affiliated with or endorsed by Omacom or David Heinemeier Hansson. Built with David's blessing.