CristianHenzel/ClipIt
FreeClipIt clipboard manager for GTK+
FreeFree tier
About CristianHenzel/ClipIt
ClipIt is a lightweight GTK+ clipboard manager, forked from Parcellite. It provides a history of clipboard entries, customizable keybindings for actions like searching, menu access, and offline mode. Users can compile and install the latest version from source, as the version available in Debian and Ubuntu repositories (1.4.4) is known to be broken. It supports automatic paste functionality via xdotool and can be built with GTK+3 support.
Key Features
Clipboard history management
Customizable keybindings for history, actions, menu, search, and offline mode
Automatic paste functionality via xdotool
Supports GTK+2 and GTK+3
Lightweight and open source (GPL-3.0)
Offline mode to disable clipboard monitoring
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lightweight and minimal resource usage
- Open source with permissive licensing (GPL-3.0)
- Highly customizable keybindings for efficiency
- Includes search and offline mode for flexibility
Cons
- Version in Debian/Ubuntu repositories (1.4.4) is broken; requires manual compilation for latest
- Limited to GTK+ environments (Linux primarily)
- No graphical configuration interface mentioned; relies on configuration files or compiling options
Best For
Managing multiple clipboard entries for productivityPasting previously copied text without re-copyingQuick access to clipboard history via keyboard shortcuts
FAQ
What is ClipIt?
ClipIt is a lightweight GTK+ clipboard manager forked from Parcellite. It allows users to manage clipboard history, set custom keybindings, and use features like search and offline mode.
How do I install the latest version of ClipIt?
The latest version can be obtained from the GitHub repository. You need to compile it from source using either autotools or Meson build system. Alternatively, a PPA (ppa:afelinczak/ppa) is available for Ubuntu builds.
What are the default keybindings?
Default keybindings include: History (Ctrl+Alt+H), Actions (Ctrl+Alt+A), Menu (Ctrl+Alt+P), Search (Ctrl+Alt+F), and Offline mode (Ctrl+Alt+O).