skhd
A simple, performant hotkey daemon for macOS with hotloading configuration and modal keybindings.
What is skhd?
skhd is a simple hotkey daemon for macOS that allows users to define and manage custom keyboard shortcuts through a text-based configuration file. It solves the problem of limited or inflexible system-level keybinding options by providing a performant, scriptable alternative with features like modal hotkeys and application-specific bindings.
Power users, developers, and automation enthusiasts on macOS who need fine-grained control over keyboard shortcuts for window management, application launching, or custom workflows.
Developers choose skhd for its minimal overhead, hotloading configuration, and expressive DSL that supports complex modal and application-aware keybindings without requiring a full desktop environment overhaul.
Overview
Simple hotkey daemon for macOS
Use Cases
Best For
- Creating custom keyboard-driven workflows on macOS
- Implementing modal keybinding systems like Vim modes
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