vi Ref

Designed for programmers, system administrators, educators, students, and vi enthusiasts, vi Ref is a lightweight Firefox sidebar extension offering quick access to over 200 vi commands.

Sidebar Features: • Comprehensive Database: 200+ vi commands with concise descriptions, covering navigation, editing, visual mode, registers, and more. • Smart Search: Real-time filtering by command name or description for instant lookups. • Compact Interface: Space-efficient design with bold red commands, doubled spacing, and hanging indents for readable multi-line descriptions. • Offline Functionality: Works entirely offline with all data stored locally.

Security and Privacy: • No Permissions: Requires zero browser permissions. • No Data Collection: Operates offline, with commands embedded in a local file. • No Tracking: No analytics or user data collection. • Self-Contained: Built with pure JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, no external dependencies. • Secure Design: Uses coding features to prevent XSS risks. • Mozilla Compliance: Adheres to Manifest v2 standards and Mozilla’s privacy guidelines.

Perfect for quick reference while coding, editing in terminals, or learning vi. The clean, green-themed interface (with cyan hover effects) ensures maximum readability in a compact sidebar.