---
title: "fzf History Search Demo"
description: "Demonstration of fzf history search with Ctrl+R and atuin integration"
date: 2026-02-07
published: true
tags:
  - vhs
  - demo
  - fzf
  - atuin
template: image
---


A demonstration of using fzf (with atuin) to search command history using Ctrl+R.

## What is Shown

- Opening history search with Ctrl+R
- Typing to filter previous commands
- Navigating results with arrow keys
- Selecting and executing a previous command

## Key Takeaway

History search eliminates retyping. Find any previous command instantly with fuzzy matching.

![fzf history search demo](/tapes/fzf-history-search.mp4)

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