Show HN: Shortcut Express – My attempt to get the world using keyboard shortcuts

A developer posting under the handle motomac has released Shortcut Express, a free, open-source desktop application designed to teach keyboard shortcuts by letting users practice them in simulated environments. The app is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux, per the Show HN post.

The premise is straightforward: most people know basic shortcuts like copy and paste but reach for the mouse to perform most other tasks, even when they're already typing. Motomac observed that shortcuts like moving between words or selecting entire lines are widely applicable across apps and operating systems, but most people default to mouse-based workflows out of habit. Shortcut Express addresses this by creating a practice environment that simulates a text editor, browser, and other familiar app interfaces, allowing users to build muscle memory for keyboard commands as they learn.

The barrier to broader keyboard adoption isn't lack of knowledge, the developer argues, but friction in the learning process. Traditional cheatsheets are difficult to retain without immediate application, and most people simply get accustomed to mouse-driven interaction. Shortcut Express removes that friction by embedding practice directly into the workflow—learning shortcuts happens in context rather than in isolation.

The project is fully open source and has been published on GitHub, with downloadable releases available for all three major operating systems. No pricing or premium tier is mentioned; the tool is offered free to users.