Tridactyl
Vim, but in your browser. Replace Firefox's control mechanism with one modelled on Vim.
This addon is very usable, but is in an early stage of development. We intend to implement the majority of Vimperator's features.
Tridactyl - Vim-styled Control for Your Firefox Browser
Tridactyl is a Firefox add-on that transforms your browser into a keyboard-operated control system, based on Vim's design. This replacement for VimFX, Vimperator and Pentadactyl binds common tasks to single key presses, simplifying and speeding up browsing. Features include the ability to follow any link with just a few keystrokes, switch between tabs by searching, customizable search settings, and the power to bind any command to a preferred keystroke. Tridactyl is still in development with a vision to provide all features previously offered by Vimperator.
Add-on stats
Manifest V2 Overrides new tab
By: Colin Caine
Rating: 4.90
(476)
Weekly download count: 217
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
- activeTab
- bookmarks
- browsingData
- contextMenus
- contextualIdentities
- cookies
- clipboardWrite
- clipboardRead
- downloads
- find See more
Size: 3.35M
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description
Source: Firefox Browser Add-ons
User reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- Greatly reduces mouse usage, allowing for faster navigation
- Highly customizable and efficient for power users
- Saves time and enhances browsing experience
- Intuitive keyboard controls that help users stay on the home row
Cons
- Needs improvement in hint mode to reduce clutter and confusion
- Some functions require unnecessary clicks to activate (like certain commands)
- T tabopen feature currently opens unwanted results (like page titles)
- Conflicts with certain websites (e.g., Microsoft Teams)
Most mentioned
- Hint mode clutter and functionality issues
- Navigation speed and efficiency
- Desire for more customization options in tab opening
- Breakage of functionality on certain sites
User reviews
by Elijah Immer, 2025-02-28
by J. Lee, 2025-02-17
by Firefox user 12745314, 2025-02-11
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Tridactyl requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
Tridactyl is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
Risk likelihood analysis details
- High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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