Chrome Typist
Chrome extension for faster browser use, especially with complex web apps.
What is Chrome Typist?
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Summary
Premise
Stop clicking on things! Use Vim-style shortcuts to find and select inputs or links on webpages in Chrome.
Philosophy
Typist is half type-ahead-find, half Vim/Tmux emulator. It is my attempt to add the most useful and intuitive Vim bindings to Chrome, and to do so in a way that doesn't overlap or conflict with existing shortcuts.
Goals
- Bring the speed and comfort of Vim search to Chrome
- Fill out web forms without using a mouse
- Stop using Cmd+F to find fields buried on the page
Use
If you use Vim or Tmux, the keyboard shortcuts for Typist will feel familiar to you.
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Risk impact
Chrome Typist is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Chrome Typist if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Chrome Typist has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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