skhd is a simple and efficient hotkey daemon for macOS that allows users to define custom keyboard shortcuts to control system behavior and automate workflows. It operates as a background service that listens for key combinations and executes commands or scripts based on user-defined configurations. The tool is particularly popular among power users who want to customize their macOS experience beyond default system limitations. It uses a plain-text configuration file, making it easy to define and modify keybindings without relying on graphical interfaces. skhd integrates well with other tools such as window managers, enabling advanced desktop automation and productivity enhancements. It is lightweight and designed for performance, ensuring minimal impact on system resources. Overall, skhd provides a flexible and powerful way to control macOS through keyboard-driven workflows.

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  • Custom hotkey definitions through configuration files
  • Execution of shell commands and scripts via shortcuts
  • Lightweight background daemon with minimal overhead
  • Integration with window managers and automation tools
  • Fast and responsive keybinding handling
  • Easy-to-edit plain-text configuration system

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Mac

Programming Language

C

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