hexer
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Description:
Hex editor for the terminal with vi-like interface
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: hex-editor terminal vi binary editor
Install: brew install hexer
About:
Hexer is a terminal-based hex editor that provides a modal, vi-like interface for binary file manipulation. It allows users to view and edit raw data at the byte level, offering precise control for low-level programming tasks. The tool is lightweight and designed for efficiency in command-line environments.
Key Features:
  • Vi-like modal editing (insert, command modes)
  • Hexadecimal and ASCII view side-by-side
  • Binary file patching and manipulation
  • Lightweight terminal interface
Use Cases:
  • Analyzing and modifying binary executables
  • Inspecting raw data structures in files
  • Quick hex editing without a GUI
Alternatives:
  • hexedit – Classic hex editor with a simpler interface
  • bvi – Vi-like binary editor with similar modal philosophy
Version History
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Sep 13, 2024 5:06pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 66f886ff