Vimium C - All by Keyboard Firefox

Vimium C - All by Keyboard

A keyboard shortcut tool for keyboard-based page navigation and browser tab operations with an advanced omnibar and global shortcuts

Features & Capabilities

Vimium C is an open-source Chrome extension that enables keyboard-centric browsing, mimicking Vim editor commands for efficient page and tab control. It offers powerful shortcuts like hinting clickable elements, scrolling with vim keys (j,k,h,l), omnibar search for history, bookmarks, tabs, and custom search engines, plus advanced tab management commands (close, restore, switch). Advanced features include global shortcuts active outside of page focus, configurable key mappings per website or element, and options to toggle images or JavaScript execution for performance and privacy. Vimium C supports searching encoded URLs in multiple languages and syncs user settings across devices. Its lightweight, customizable design enhances productivity for keyboard enthusiasts and developers seeking mouse-free web navigation. For detailed usage and customization, visit the official GitHub page.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Dahan Gong
Firefox Add-ons Store
https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/vimium-c/
Email:
gd*****@qq.com
Website:
https://github.com/gdh1995/vimium-c/issues

Permission Change History

2025-04-14: Version 1.99.997 → 2.12.3
Add Permissions: search
Remove Permissions: bookmarks
Add Optional permissions: bookmarks

User Reviews

Users praise Vimium C for boosting productivity with fast, keyboard-driven navigation and as a strong Vimium replacement, including a working omnibar and language support. Many report time savings and less mouse use, with high overall satisfaction. However, security concerns recur: some reviews warn of potential hacking or hard-to-audit code and mention extensive permissions. A minority note missing guidance for customization. Overall sentiment is positive with notable caveats about security and transparency.
Pros
  • Productivity boost and time savings through fast, keyboard-driven navigation
  • Strong Vim-like navigation with a working omnibar and language support
  • High user satisfaction and an easy-to-use, keyboard-focused experience
  • Ergonomic benefit: reduces mouse usage and thumb strain
Cons
  • Security concerns: reports of possible hacking or malicious code and difficulties auditing the code
  • Requires many permissions, increasing security/privacy concerns and audit complexity
Recent reviews
This somehow intercepts ctrl+c and ctrl+v thus preventing copying and pasting between Firefox and non-browser applications. I have nothing assigned to these shortcuts in Vimium C.
by Na*****, 2026-06-09

by il*****, 2026-05-20

can't imaging surfing the Net without it now, learning blind typing and vim motions is the best thing i've ever learnt
by th*****, 2026-05-16
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Is Vimium C - All by Keyboard Safe?

Risk impact
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Vimium C - All by Keyboard requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
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Vimium C - All by Keyboard has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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