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Feature Request: macOS CMD key support as alternative to CTRL shortcuts

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Description

Hi, would it be possible to add an option to remap keyboard shortcuts to use the CMD key on macOS instead of CTRL?

For example:
CMD+C instead of CTRL+C
CMD+V instead of CTRL+V

Ideally a toggle/option rather than a forced change, to keep compatibility for other platforms.
Thanks!

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by tracing keyboard shortcut handling and configuration for platform-specific mappings; done means an optional macOS CMD mapping supports examples such as copy and paste without removing CTRL shortcuts on other platforms.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
cli, operating-systems
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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