Type Less, Do More with Shortcut Helper

A powerful Chrome extension that transforms custom shortcuts into full text anywhere you type. Perfect for developers, professionals, and anyone who types repetitively.

Get Started Now View on GitHub
Live Demo Examples
/gm → "Good morning! Hope you're having a productive day."
/sig → Your complete email signature
/thanks:3 → "Thank you so much! 🙏👍😊"
/reactcomp → "import React from 'react';"

Works everywhere: Gmail, WhatsApp Web, Slack, Documents, Forms, and more!

100%
Offline & Private
500+
Keystrokes Saved/Day
∞
Custom Shortcuts
1000+
Websites Supported

Powerful Features

100% Offline & Private

All data stored securely in your browser. No internet required. Your privacy is our priority - no data sent to external servers.

Local Storage No Tracking

GitHub Sync

Optional sync with private GitHub repository. Backup your shortcuts, access across devices, and maintain version history.

GitHub API Auto Backup

Smart Emoji Support

Add emojis to your shortcuts. Use :count syntax for random selection. Perfect for adding personality to your messages!

Emoji Ready Customizable

Installation Process

Follow these simple steps to install Shortcut Helper from source. No Chrome Web Store required!

1

Clone or Download the Repository

Get the extension source code from GitHub:

# Clone using Git (Recommended)
git clone https://github.com/codewithritiksaini/shortcuts-chrome-extention.git

# Or download ZIP directly
github.com/codewithritiksaini/shortcuts-chrome-extention
Click "Code" → "Download ZIP"

Extract the ZIP file to a folder on your computer if you downloaded it.

Pro Tip: Cloning with Git makes it easier to update to new versions later!
2

Enable Developer Mode in Chrome

Open Chrome and navigate to the extensions page:

1. Open Chrome Browser
2. Type in address bar: chrome://extensions/
3. Toggle "Developer mode" to ON (top-right corner)
Developer Option Screenshot
Developer mode allows you to load extensions from your local file system.
3

Load the Extension

Load the unpacked extension folder:

1. Click the "Load unpacked" button
2. Navigate to the folder where you extracted/cloned the extension
3. Select the folder and click "Select Folder"
Success! The Shortcut Helper icon should now appear in your Chrome toolbar. You're ready to start creating shortcuts!

Quick Tips & Tricks

  • Test immediately: Try creating "/test" after installation
  • Pin the extension: Click puzzle icon → Pin Shortcut Helper
  • Keyboard shortcut: Press Tab to expand shortcuts
  • Backup regularly: Export shortcuts without GitHub sync
Setup GitHub Sync
Installation FAQs

Refresh page or restart Chrome. Check if extension is pinned in toolbar.

100% offline. No data sent to servers. Open source code for verification.

Yes! Use GitHub Sync to backup and sync across all devices.

Go to chrome://extensions/ → Click Remove. Shortcuts saved locally.
Common Issues
  • Permission error? Select correct folder
  • Not working on site? Try refreshing page
  • Shortcut deleted? Check Recycle Bin
Quick Actions
Download ZIP Contact Support
Installation Stats
1 Min
Avg. Time
99%
Success Rate
Need More Help?

Still having issues? Get help from our community:

GitHub Issues Email Support

Response Time: 24 hours

Support: Free & Open Source

GitHub Sync Setup

Enable cloud backup and multi-device sync with your private GitHub repository.

A

Create Private GitHub Repository

  1. Log in to your GitHub account
  2. Click your profile picture → "Your repositories"
  3. Click the green "New" button
  4. Set repository name: "my-shortcuts-backup" (or any name)
  5. Set visibility to "Private" (important for security)
  6. Click "Create repository"
Repository must be Private to keep your shortcuts secure and confidential.
B

Generate Personal Access Token

  1. On GitHub, go to Settings (top-right profile menu)
  2. Navigate to Developer settings → Personal access tokens
  3. Click "Tokens (classic)" → "Generate new token (classic)"
  4. Give it a descriptive note: "Shortcut Helper Sync"
  5. Under "Select scopes", check "repo" (Full control of private repositories)
  6. Click "Generate token" at the bottom
  7. Copy the token immediately! You won't see it again
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Save this token securely!
Example token format:
ghp_AbCdEfGhIjKlMnOpQrStUvWxYz12345678
C

Configure Extension with GitHub Details

  1. Click the Shortcut Helper icon in Chrome toolbar
  2. Open "Settings" from the popup
  3. Find the "GitHub Sync" section
  4. Enter your details:
    GitHub Username: your-github-username
    Repository Name: my-shortcuts-backup
    Access Token: [paste your token here]
  5. Click "Enable Sync"
  6. The extension will create a file called "shortcuts-backup.json" in your repo
Sync is active! Your shortcuts will automatically sync every 5 minutes. You can also trigger manual sync from settings.
Troubleshooting Tips:
  • Token not working? Regenerate with correct "repo" scope
  • Repository not found? Check spelling and ensure repo is private
  • Sync conflicts? Extension uses "local wins" strategy
  • First sync failed? Check browser console for detailed errors
GitHub Sync Benefits
  • Access shortcuts from multiple computers
  • Version history through GitHub commits
  • Secure backup in your private cloud
  • Automatic sync every 5 minutes
  • Easy migration to new devices

Get In Touch

Have questions, suggestions, or found a bug? I'd love to hear from you!

Ritik Saini

PHP | LARAVEL | WEB DEVELOPER

GitHub LinkedIn Email

This project is open source! Feel free to contribute, report issues, or suggest features on GitHub.

Report an Issue Star on GitHub