title: vim, switching between files rapidly using vanilla Vim (no plugins)
body: <p>I understand that limiting myself to vanilla Vim (not using plugins) limits the power of the editor, but as I switch between different machines frequently, it is often too much trouble to move my environment around everywhere. I want to just stay in vanilla Vim.</p>
  
  <p>Something that holds me back is the ability to quickly switch between files.
  I (believe at least) have a good understanding of <em>buffers</em>, <em>windows</em>, <em>tabs</em>, as well as netrw (<code>Vex</code>, <code>Ex</code>, etc). </p>
  
  <p>But in an editor such as <a href="https://www.sublimetext.com/">Sublime Text</a>, I can just type <kbd>ctrl</kbd>-<kbd>p</kbd> and instantly I am at the file.</p>
  
  <p>I know that I can drop down to the shell, but I wonder if there are any other "hidden" secrets to rapidly switching between files in Vim based off more than just the filename.</p>