Vim Motions for Chrome

Vim-style keybindings for efficient text navigation and editing in browser inputs.

VimMotions brings Vim-style keyboard navigation and editing to text fields across the web. It lets you move and edit text in input boxes, textareas, and contenteditable fields using familiar Vim motions like h, j, k, l, w, b, 0, A, and more. If you're a Vim user, this extension brings that familiar modal editing experience to everyday browsing and web apps. With VimMotions, you can navigate text with minimal keystrokes, switch between insert and normal mode, and use commands like "i" to insert, "A" to append to the end of a line, or "b" to jump to the beginning of a word. It's a great way to edit emails, comments, and blog posts quickly without reaching for the mouse or relying on arrow keys. Current supported keybindings include: Insert Mode (i): Press the letter "i" to switch to insert mode. Normal Mode (Backtick): Press the backtick (`) to return to normal mode. Mode Highlighting – New in v1.02: • Visual distinction between Normal Mode and Insert Mode through a new selection/highlighting system. • Mimics the feel of Vim’s visual feedback by clearly indicating the active mode. Cursor Navigation: • Move Left (h): Move the cursor left by one character. • Move Right (l): Move the cursor right by one character. • Move Up (k): Move the cursor up by one line • Move Down (j): Move the cursor down by one line • Next Word (w): Move the cursor to the next word. • Previous Word (b): Added in v1.01. • Beginning of Line (0): Added in v1.01. • Append to End of Line (A): Added in v1.01. • Move Right and Switch to Insert Mode (a). • Delete Character (x): Added in v1.022. • Delete Word (dw): Added in v1.022. The extension works on most standard text inputs and contenteditable elements. It is currently in alpha and being actively developed. Support for virtual DOM-based editors like Google Docs and VS Code-style environments is planned in future releases. Known issues include inconsistent behavior in contenteditable fields, especially with blank lines or unusual HTML structures. Gmail and similar complex editors may have limited or unreliable support in this version. If you love Vim and want to bring its editing power into your browser, VimMotions is a lightweight and intuitive way to get started. Install it and start editing the web with muscle memory you already have.