Keys

Keys are defined in a single quoted string, with space delimiting modifier keys.

bind "a" // bind the individual character a
bind "Ctrl a" // bind a with the ctrl modifier
bind "Alt a" // bind a with the alt modifier
bind "Ctrl Alt a" // bind a with the multiple "ctrl alt" modifier
bind "F8" // bind the F8 key
bind "Left" // bind the left arrow key

  • Possible keys

    • digits or lowercase characters (eg. a)
    • function keys 1-12 (eg. F1)
    • Backspace
    • Left (left-arrow key)
    • Right (right-arrow key)
    • Up (up-arrow key)
    • Down (down-arrow key)
    • Backspace
    • Home
    • End
    • PageUp
    • PageDown
    • Tab
    • Delete
    • Insert
    • Space
    • Enter
    • Esc

  • Possible modifiers

    • Ctrl
    • Alt
    • Shift
    • Super

A note about multiple and special modifiers

Some modifiers (eg. Super), multiple modifiers (eg. Ctrl Alt) as well as certain key combinations require support from the terminal emulator as well. Example of supporting terminals are: Alacritty, WezTerm and foot.