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On Linux it's as simple as typing:
emacs filename.txt &
What do I have to do to make the above work in Cygwin on Windows 10?
user730389
Posted 2017-05-21T00:52:42.830
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How can I open emacs in a new window from a Cygwin terminal?
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If it's installed, emacs-w32.exe. Use C-x 5 2 to open a new frame. This is very handy for M-x ediff-buffers, for example.
Erik Bennett
Posted 2017-05-21T00:52:42.830
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I should have said when it's installed. – Erik Bennett – 2017-05-21T01:21:41.300
Also, there is some weirdness with symlinks in
/etc/alternatives. I haven't found any documentation to rationalize it, but it's worth knowing it's there. – Erik Bennett – 2017-05-21T03:01:53.607