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Page Assist provides keyboard shortcuts to enhance your productivity. There are two types of shortcuts: Extension shortcuts (browser-level) and Application shortcuts (within the Page Assist interface).

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Extension Shortcuts

These shortcuts work globally across your browser and can be customized through your browser’s extension management page.
ActionDefault ShortcutDescription
Open SidebarCtrl+Shift+YOpens the Page Assist sidebar on any webpage
Open Web UICtrl+Shift+LOpens the Page Assist Web UI in a new tab
On macOS, use Cmd instead of Ctrl for these shortcuts.

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Application Shortcuts

These shortcuts work within the Page Assist interface (both SidePanel and Web UI).
ActionShortcutDescription
New ChatCtrl+Shift+OStarts a new chat conversation
Toggle SidebarCtrl+BOpens/closes the chat history sidebar
Focus TextareaShift+EscFocuses the message input field
Toggle Chat ModeCtrl+EToggles between normal chat and chat with current page

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Customizing Extension Shortcuts

You can customize the extension shortcuts to match your preferences.

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Chrome and Chromium Browsers

To change keyboard shortcuts in Chrome, Brave, Edge, Vivaldi, and other Chromium-based browsers:
  1. Navigate to chrome://extensions/shortcuts in your address bar
  2. Find “Page Assist” in the list
  3. Click the pencil icon next to the action you want to change
  4. Press your desired key combination
  5. Click outside the field to save
The shortcuts page shows all extensions with keyboard shortcuts. Use the search or scroll to find Page Assist.

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Firefox

To change keyboard shortcuts in Firefox, LibreWolf, Zen Browser, and other Firefox-based browsers:
  1. Navigate to about:addons in your address bar
  2. Click the gear icon (⚙️) in the top right
  3. Select “Manage Extension Shortcuts”
  4. Find “Page Assist - A Web UI for Local AI Models” in the list
  5. Click in the shortcut field
  6. Press your desired key combination
  7. Changes are saved automatically
Firefox requires shortcuts to include at least one modifier key (Ctrl, Alt, or Cmd on macOS).

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Shortcut Conflicts

If a keyboard shortcut isn’t working:
  1. Check for conflicts: Another extension or application might be using the same shortcut
  2. Browser shortcuts: Some shortcuts are reserved by the browser and cannot be overridden
  3. Operating system: System-level shortcuts take precedence over browser shortcuts
  4. Clear the shortcut: Try removing the shortcut and setting it again

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Common Conflicts

  • Ctrl+Shift+L may conflict with browser or system shortcuts on some systems
  • Ctrl+B is often used for bookmarks in browsers, but works within Page Assist UI
  • Ctrl+E might be used by search bars in some browsers

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Resetting to Defaults

To restore default keyboard shortcuts:

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Chrome/Chromium

  1. Go to chrome://extensions/shortcuts
  2. Find Page Assist
  3. Click the “Restore defaults” icon (circular arrow) next to each shortcut

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Firefox

  1. Go to about:addons
  2. Open “Manage Extension Shortcuts”
  3. Click the “Reset” button next to each Page Assist shortcut

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Tips for Efficient Use

  • Quick Access: Use Ctrl+Shift+Y (or your custom shortcut) to instantly open the sidebar while reading any webpage
  • Fast Context Switch: Use Ctrl+E to quickly toggle between normal chat and chat with the current page
  • Hands-Free Navigation: Use Shift+Esc to focus the input field without reaching for your mouse
  • Fresh Start: Use Ctrl+Shift+O to quickly start a new conversation
  • History Navigation: Use Ctrl+B to toggle the chat history sidebar when you need to reference previous conversations

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Platform Differences

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macOS

On macOS, keyboard shortcuts typically use:
  • Cmd instead of Ctrl
  • Default shortcuts become Cmd+Shift+Y and Cmd+Shift+L

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Linux

Linux follows the same convention as Windows, using Ctrl as the primary modifier key.

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Windows

Standard Ctrl modifier is used for all shortcuts.

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Accessibility

Keyboard shortcuts are essential for accessibility. Page Assist shortcuts are designed to:
  • Work with screen readers
  • Not conflict with common accessibility tools
  • Provide alternative navigation methods for users who prefer keyboard-only interaction

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Troubleshooting

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Shortcut Not Working

  1. Verify the shortcut is correctly set in your browser’s extension shortcuts page
  2. Check if another extension is using the same shortcut
  3. Restart your browser after changing shortcuts
  4. Try a different key combination

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Shortcut Changed Unexpectedly

  • Browser updates may occasionally reset extension shortcuts
  • Check your shortcuts page and reconfigure if needed

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Can’t Set Desired Shortcut

  • Some shortcuts are reserved by the browser or operating system
  • Try adding or removing modifier keys (Shift, Alt)
  • Single-key shortcuts are not allowed for security reasons

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