1 files changed, 4 insertions, 3 deletions
diff --git a/src/nvim/message.c b/src/nvim/message.c
index 3163a797ed..637b89ccbe 100644
--- a/src/nvim/message.c
+++ b/src/nvim/message.c
@@ -2030,9 +2030,10 @@ static int do_more_prompt(int typed_char)
   int i;
 
   // We get called recursively when a timer callback outputs a message. In
-  // that case don't show another prompt. Also when at the hit-Enter prompt.
-  if (entered || State == HITRETURN) {
-      return false;
+  // that case don't show another prompt. Also when at the hit-Enter prompt
+  // and nothing was typed.
+  if (entered || (State == HITRETURN && typed_char == 0)) {
+    return false;
   }
   entered = true;