SlashSnip

Text expansion with customizable triggers and templates

SlashSnip — Type Less, Write More Stop typing the same text over and over. SlashSnip lets you create custom text shortcuts that instantly expand into full messages, emails, code snippets, or any text you use frequently. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a template with a short trigger (like /sig or ::email) 2. Add your full text content with optional dynamic placeholders 3. Type your trigger in any text field and press Space (or use Immediate mode) 4. Your trigger instantly expands into the full text KEY FEATURES Custom Triggers Use any prefix you like: /hello, ::address, //todo, or whatever feels natural to you. Dynamic Placeholders Insert live data into your templates: • <clipboard> — Paste clipboard content automatically • <selection> — Include currently selected text • <date:YYYY-MM-DD> — Insert today's date in any format • <time:HH:mm> — Insert current time • <datetime:FORMAT> — Insert date and time together • <input:Name> — Prompt for custom input when expanding • <select:Option:A,B,C> — Choose from a dropdown list • <cursor> — Position your cursor exactly where you want it Tab Stops Create templates with multiple fill-in fields. Press Tab to jump between them for quick data entry. Text Transforms Apply automatic formatting with :upper, :lower, :title, or :trim transforms. Organize with Groups Keep templates organized by category, project, or however you prefer. Import/Export Back up your templates to JSON or share them between devices. PERFECT FOR • Customer support — Respond to common questions instantly • Email — Insert signatures, greetings, and standard replies • Coding — Expand boilerplate code, comments, and documentation • Data entry — Fill forms faster with template-driven input • Social media — Post consistent, formatted content across platforms • Personal productivity — Any repetitive text you type regularly PRIVACY FIRST SlashSnip respects your privacy: ✓ All data stored locally on your device ✓ No accounts or sign-ups required ✓ No data collection or tracking ✓ No external servers or cloud sync ✓ Open source and transparent PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED • Storage — Save your templates locally • Clipboard Write — Enable clipboard placeholder functionality • Active Tab — Detect triggers and expand text in input fields GETTING STARTED 1. Install SlashSnip 2. Click the extension icon to open the options page 3. Create your first template with a trigger and content 4. Start typing your triggers in any text field Save hours every week by turning repetitive typing into instant expansion. SlashSnip is lightweight, fast, and designed to stay out of your way until you need it. REPORT BUGS https://github.com/ThilinaTLM/slash-snip