The I command inserts new text into the buffer at the current cursor position. Format: Itext to be inserted^Z or: I text to be inserted ^Z If you plan to insert only a few characters, use the first form of the I command. If you plan to insert several lines use the second form. With the second form you can insert lines until you type control Z. On VT100-type terminals the I command remains at the bottom of the screen to remind you that you are inserting text. Only the first form of the I command can be used in a key definition or after C; in a macro or startup command file.