Some of the terms used in this tip are briefly explained below. For more details see the buffer FAQ and [help windows-intro]. * When a file is loaded into memory for editing, a new buffer is created to hold it. * A buffer can be created to hold text that isn't related to a file, such as a directory listing. * A window is a view port onto a buffer. * A buffer is active if it is shown in a window. * A buffer is hidden if it is not shown in a window. * A buffer is a listed buffer if it is always shown in the buffer list. * A buffer is an unlisted buffer if it is not shown in the buffer list by default. * Each buffer is given a unique number when it is first created. It keeps this number for the duration of the Vim session. * The name of a buffer is the name