Streamline your macOS workflow by managing Karabiner-Elements app launchers from the terminal.
kbs is a lightweight Python utility designed to manage application shortcuts specifically for the "Hyper Key base layer (Tab held down)" configuration in Karabiner-Elements.
Ensure the script is executable:
chmod +x kbs
| Action | Command | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Add | ./kbs add <key> <app> |
Bind an app to a Hyper key combo. |
| List | ./kbs list |
Show all active shortcuts. |
| Remove | ./kbs remove <id> |
Delete by key code or description. |
Map your favorite terminal or browser to a key instantly.
./kbs add h Ghostty
Tip
This specific example maps Hyper + H to launch Ghostty.
You can remove shortcuts using either the key code or the description provided in the list.
./kbs remove h
# OR
./kbs remove "Open Ghostty"
To see what’s currently under your "Tab" layer:
./kbs list
- macOS
- Karabiner-Elements installed and configured.
- Python 3.x