Insert Code or Text Not Replace?

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I undoubtedly have clicked something, in code editor it is replaces my code or text when I type instead of inserting it, how do I change this? (Version 12)

Thanks,
Kent

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Make sure you have a space before the code you are trying to enter. So if you are adding something to a css rule like body { color:#fff } make sure your cursor is not sitting on the C in color. Because if it is the Editor thinks you want to replace color with what you are typing.
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William Black wrote:
I undoubtedly have clicked something, in code editor it is replaces my code or text when I type instead of inserting it, how do I change this? (Version 12)
Thanks,
Kent

Kent,
The "Insert" key on your keyboard acts as a toggle between "Insert" and "Replace". If you inadvertently pressed it and ended up in "Replace" mode, just press it again and you'll be back in "Insert" mode.
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Oh, my bad. I thought you were talking about Auto Completion. :P That is my brain fart for the day. :P
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