Vim-style keyboard shortcuts for Google Docs
DocsKeys Extension
What is DocKeys?
Transform Google Docs into a Vim-powered text editor. This extension brings the powerful keyboard-driven editing capabilities of Vim to your browser-based document editing, allowing you to maintain your productivity workflow while using Google Docs.
Key Features
✦ Full Vim Navigation: Move through documents using h,j,k,l and all standard Vim motion commands
✦ Multiple Modes: Normal, Insert, Visual, and Visual Line modes
✦ Text Operations: Delete, change, and yank with familiar commands (d, c, y)
✦ Line Manipulation: Add lines above/below (O/o), navigate paragraphs ({/})
✦ Efficient Selection: Visual mode for precise text selection
✦ Document Navigation: Jump to start/end of document (g/G)
✦ Standard Editing: Copy, paste, and undo with Vim commands
Perfect For:
• Vim users who frequently work with Google Docs
• Developers who prefer keyboard-based navigation
• Writers who want editing efficiency
• Anyone looking to speed up their document editing workflow
Privacy & Security
• No data collection
• Works entirely offline
• No external dependencies
• Open source for transparency
The extension seamlessly integrates Vim with Google Docs, requiring no additional setup or configuration.
Support
For bug reports, feature requests, or general feedback, please visit our GitHub repository. We actively maintain this extension and welcome community contributions. https://github.com/tirthd16/dockeys
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Note: This extension is not affiliated with Google or Vim. It is a community-driven project designed to enhance the Google Docs experience for Vim users.
Source Manifest.json
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