global-shortcut-manager
Register and manage global keyboard shortcuts across desktop platforms
Best use case
global-shortcut-manager is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Register and manage global keyboard shortcuts across desktop platforms
Teams using global-shortcut-manager should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/global-shortcut-manager/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How global-shortcut-manager Compares
| Feature / Agent | global-shortcut-manager | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Register and manage global keyboard shortcuts across desktop platforms
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# global-shortcut-manager
Register and manage global keyboard shortcuts that work even when the application is not focused.
## Capabilities
- Register global shortcuts
- Handle modifier combinations
- Manage shortcut conflicts
- Platform-specific key mapping
- Unregister shortcuts
- Check shortcut availability
## Input Schema
```json
{
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"projectPath": { "type": "string" },
"framework": { "enum": ["electron", "tauri", "native"] },
"shortcuts": { "type": "array" }
},
"required": ["projectPath"]
}
```
## Electron Example
```javascript
const { globalShortcut } = require('electron');
function registerShortcuts() {
globalShortcut.register('CommandOrControl+Shift+X', () => {
console.log('Global shortcut triggered');
});
}
app.on('will-quit', () => {
globalShortcut.unregisterAll();
});
```
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