macvim-dev / macvim-dev/macvim

It seems impossible to implement a <D-,> mapping.

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Description

It seems it is not possible to override the <D-,> preferences mapping because MacVim makes it a permanent shortcut. Would it be possible to allow this to be customized?

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by tracing MacVim's handling of the <D-,> shortcut and its preferences mappings, then determine how built-in shortcuts are registered. Done means users can customize or override this mapping without breaking other shortcut behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
macos, vim
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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