Using PhpStorm IdeaVim, I can't use shift+arrow keys to select words

Question

I am using PhpStorm 7.1.2 with IdeaVim plugin.

When in Insert mode, I want to select words using Shift + ArrowKey. However, this IdeaVim plugin seems to be

Answer 1

May I suggest this might not be a good question?

An advantage of using vim is to reduce the amount of arm movement between the alpha-numeric keys and the arrows. Using shift+arrow defeats this very purpose.

A simple way to achieve word selection without reaching for the arrows:

1. Position the cursor at the beginning of the text you want to select
2. Press v to enter visual mode (this is equivelent to pressing the shift key)
3. Move the cursor with w one or more times to the end of the text to be selected. (this is equivenent to pressing the arrows)
4. Cut/copy as you wish