Hotkey
The Hotkey skill allows you to trigger specific actions or responses within a conversation using custom key commands for streamlined interactions.
Install on your platform
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add hotkey npx -- -y @trustedskills/hotkey
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"hotkey": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/hotkey"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill allows an AI agent to execute predefined actions or commands based on user-defined hotkeys. It enables quick access to frequently used functions, streamlining workflows and improving efficiency within applications or environments. The skill can be configured with different key combinations to trigger specific responses.
When to use it
- Automating repetitive tasks: Quickly perform a series of actions in a software application by assigning a hotkey to the sequence.
- Navigation shortcuts: Define hotkeys for navigating between different screens or sections within an interface.
- Triggering complex workflows: Execute multi-step processes with a single keystroke, such as generating reports or initiating data transfers.
- Custom application control: Create custom commands to interact with specific applications that lack built-in keyboard shortcuts.
Key capabilities
- Hotkey assignment: Ability to map user-defined key combinations to actions.
- Action execution: Triggers predefined functions or commands upon hotkey press.
- Configuration options: Allows customization of hotkeys and associated actions.
Example prompts
- "Assign Ctrl+Shift+A to run the 'Generate Report' function."
- "Create a hotkey for Alt+F1 that navigates to the main dashboard."
- “What hotkeys are currently assigned?”
Tips & gotchas
The effectiveness of this skill depends on the underlying system’s ability to interpret and execute the defined actions. Ensure compatibility between the AI agent's environment and the target application or system for seamless integration.
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