Vimify Hackernews

Name: Vimify Hackernews
Author: Yukai Huang

A browser extension that adds vim-inspired keyboard shortcuts to hackernews

As of June 2026, Vimify Hackernews has 2 users in the Workflow & Planning category.

Yukai Huang Workflow & Planning

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Version

0.1.0

Manifest V3

History

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Tracking since May 2, 2026.

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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
May 2, 2026	1	—	—	0.1.0
Now	2	—	—	0.1.0

Permissions & access

Permissions: None declared
Host access: https://news.ycombinator.com/*

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About

Vimify Hackernews: Ultimate Productivity for Power Users

HackerNews stands as a beacon for tech enthusiasts, coders, and startup visionaries. Recognizing the constant thirst for efficiency among its community, Vimify Hackernews promises to redefine your browsing habits. Integrate the best of Vim's keyboard shortcuts with HackerNews and witness a seamless blend of information consumption and classic Vim navigation.

**Key Features**:

- **Swift Post Navigation**: Glide through posts with the `j` and `k` keys. Instantly jump to the beginning or end using `gg` and `G`.
- **Instant Link Access**: Tap `o` to open links, or `O` for a new tab experience.
- **Vote Management**: Show your support with `u` or withdraw it using `U`. Keep the mouse at bay!
- **Discussion Access**: Plunge into intriguing discussions with `d` or explore them anew with `D`.
- **Whole-site Navigation**: Traverse the entirety of HackerNews effortlessly. Keen on the latest tech job? Just hit `gj`.
- **Enhanced View Control**: Adjust your reading view with the active post using `zz`, `zt`, or `zb`.
- **Historic Navigation**: Traverse your browsing history using `Ctrl+o` and `Ctrl+i`.

Caught in a bind? The `?` key reveals a handy modal listing all the available shortcuts for quick reference.

Transform your HackerNews browsing. Opt for Vimify Hackernews now!