Disable keyboard shortcuts
Disable arbitrary keyboard shortcuts
Disable Keyboard Shortcuts: Chrome Extension
"Disable Keyboard Shortcuts" is a minimalist Chrome extension. This tool gives users the ability to selectively disable browser shortcuts that involve the Ctrl and Alt keys. This is handy for preventing browser actions when certain keys are inadvertently pressed. Its use is straightforward - navigate to chrome://extensions/shortcuts, assign the keys you wish to disable, and voila! This free user-friendly extension is available under the Apache License, version 2.0.
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Risk impact: Very low risk impact 
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Manifest version: 3
Size: 6.44K
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Extension summary
Lets you set browser keyboard shortcuts containing Ctrl and Alt keys (Ctrl+S, Ctrl+P, Ctrl+Shift+C, etc.) to do nothing. Just head on over to chrome://extensions/shortcuts and assign away! Small, simple, and requires no permissions.
Licensed under the Apache License, version 2.0. Source: https://git.benjamin.barenblat.name/disable-keyboard-shortcuts
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Simple and works as expected
- Effectively disables unwanted keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl+D and Ctrl+W
- Helps prevent accidental actions while gaming or using applications
- Minimal configuration needed to set ignored shortcuts
- Addresses specific user needs for disabling keys like Ctrl+J and Ctrl+D
Cons
- Does not work with num lock affecting numpad shortcuts
- Cannot disable F11 or F12 keys
- Some shortcuts like Ctrl+Tab cannot be disabled
- Issue with performance as some users reported it not working
- Lacks a pause or toggle feature for the extension
Most mentioned
- Inability to disable certain keys like F11/F12 and numpad shortcuts
- Confusion with configuration instructions not being prominent enough
- Issues reported with extension functionality not working in late 2024
- Positive feedback on its effectiveness for gaming and productivity
- Users requesting more flexibility in binding additional shortcuts
User reviews
Doesn't work with num lock, so if i press ctrl numpad1 it still goes to the first tab. Please add more keys.
by 
Space Doge, 2025-01-20
Space Doge, 2025-01-20tried disabling ctrl + w and it just closed the shortcuts tab.
by 
Micamaster100, 2025-01-11
Micamaster100, 2025-01-11Does not work as of december 2024
by 
Alex King, 2024-12-19
Alex King, 2024-12-19Extension safety
Risk impact
Disable keyboard shortcuts does not require any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
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