otl/emacs_shortcuts_ime

Enable emacs-like keybinds on ChromeOS

Emacs keybind on ChromeOS

Enables emacs like keybindings on ChromeOS as an IME.

How to use (Read carefully)

• Install this extension here
• Set shortcuts at chrome://extensions/shortcuts like below
• Enable US(Emacs) IME in Input Method Setting
• Select US(Emacs) IME
• Confirm that you are using the IME, and Enjoy!

FAQ

Why have to set shortcuts manually?

Google allows only 4 key shortcuts. Ctrl+B, Ctrl+E, Ctrl+Y, Ctrl+M are enabled by default (These are possible because they are not used by Chrome.). You have to set others to be enabled by yourself at chrome://extensions/shortcuts .

Is it possible to use original shortcuts?

No. The shortcuts like Ctrl+F for search is disabled.

Supported Commands

• Ctrl+P (Up)
• Ctrl+N (Down)
• Ctrl+B (Left)
• Ctrl+F (Right)
• Ctrl+A (Home)
• Ctrl+E (End)
• Ctrl+D (Delete)
• Ctrl+H (Backspace)
• Ctrl+M (Enter)
• Ctrl+K (Kill line to end)
• Ctrl+W (Cut)
• Ctrl+Y (Paste)

License

BSD-2

emacs_shortcuts_ime's Issues

Add C-v and M-v for scrolling

Would be very useful. Also, M-w.

use in chrome browser

Does this extension work in chrome browser (or chromium) or only with ChromeOS?