openkey ☆

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Description:
Vietnamese input system

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2.0.5@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: vietnamese input-method ime productivity utility

Install: brew install --cask openkey

About:
OpenKey is a lightweight, open-source Vietnamese input method editor designed for macOS. It provides a seamless typing experience for Vietnamese characters using various popular input methods like Telex and VNI. This tool enhances productivity for Vietnamese users by offering a native and efficient alternative to system default IMEs.

Key Features:

Supports multiple input methods (Telex, VNI, VIQR)
Lightweight and low system resource usage
Open-source and free to use
Customizable user dictionary and settings

Use Cases:

Typing Vietnamese documents and emails on macOS
Communicating in Vietnamese on messaging platforms
Programming with Vietnamese variable names or comments

Alternatives:

Apple Vietnamese Input – OpenKey offers more input methods and customization compared to the built-in macOS option.
UniKey – OpenKey is a native macOS application, while UniKey is primarily focused on Windows.

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