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Welcome to Glide Browser

Glide is an extensible and keyboard-focused web browser built on Firefox. It brings Vim-like modal editing and powerful TypeScript configuration to your browsing experience.

Keyboard Navigation

Navigate the web with just your keyboard using hjkl movement and hint mode

Modal Keymaps

Vim-inspired modes (normal, insert, visual, hint) for efficient browsing

TypeScript Config

Customize everything with a powerful TypeScript configuration file

Web Extensions API

Full support for Firefox web extensions and addons

Fuzzy Tab Manager

Quick tab switching with <space><space> fuzzy finder

Site-Specific Settings

Configure custom keymaps and preferences for individual websites

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Key Features

Press f to enter hint mode and overlay labels over every clickable element. Type the label to activate links, buttons, and interactive elements without touching your mouse.

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Commandline Interface

Open the commandline with : to execute commands, switch tabs, and access powerful features. Think of it as your browser’s command palette.

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Built on Firefox

Glide is built on top of Firefox, giving you access to Firefox’s rendering engine, security features, and compatibility with Firefox extensions.

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Fully Extensible

Customize Glide’s behavior with TypeScript configuration. Create custom keymaps, excmds (commands), autocmds (event handlers), and more.

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Who is Glide for?

Glide is perfect for:
  • Keyboard enthusiasts who want to browse without a mouse
  • Vim users looking for familiar modal editing in their browser
  • Power users who want deep customization options
  • Developers who appreciate TypeScript configuration

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Getting Started

Installation

Install Glide Browser on macOS, Linux, or Windows

Quickstart Guide

Get from install to productive use in minutes

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Open Source

Glide Browser is open source and licensed under the Mozilla Public License Version 2.0. View the source code, contribute, or report issues on GitHub.