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A keyboard-driven, Vim-like browser built on Python and Qt.

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About qutebrowser

qutebrowser is a browser for people who prefer the keyboard to the mouse. Inspired by Vim and older add-ons like Vimperator, it has a minimal interface and is controlled by modal keybindings: you scroll with hjkl, follow links by typing hint letters, and run commands from a colon prompt. It is written in Python on top of Qt's QtWebEngine, which is based on Chromium, so modern sites render well. Configuration is done in a Python file or via commands, and it supports userscripts and greasemonkey scripts, built-in host-based and adblock-list blocking, sessions and quickmarks. It does not support Chrome or Firefox extensions, and some features depend on the Qt version your system ships, which can lag on stable Linux distributions. It is free software under the GPL, available for Linux, Windows and macOS. It suits Vim users, tiling window manager fans and anyone who wants a fully keyboard-driven browser.

Best for: Vim users and keyboard-first power users.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Fully keyboard-driven with Vim-style bindings
  • Scriptable configuration in Python
  • Modern rendering via QtWebEngine

Why people leave

  • No Chrome or Firefox extension support
  • Steep learning curve
  • Engine version depends on your system's Qt

Top qutebrowser alternatives

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  1. 1Firefox logo
    Firefox

    Add a Vim-keys extension and keep full extension support.

    66.5
  2. 2Min logo
    Min

    Minimal interface without the modal learning curve.

    62.6
  3. 3Vivaldi logo
    Vivaldi

    Highly configurable keyboard shortcuts and command chains in a full browser.

    59.6
  4. 4Falkon logo
    Falkon

    Lightweight Qt-based browser with a conventional interface.

    57.2

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qutebrowser: common questions

Is qutebrowser free?

Yes. qutebrowser is free, open-source software.

Is qutebrowser open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at qutebrowser/qutebrowser.

What platforms does qutebrowser run on?

qutebrowser is available for Linux, Windows and macOS.

What are the best alternatives to qutebrowser?

The highest-ranked qutebrowser alternatives right now are Firefox, Min and Vivaldi. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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