LIGHTNING-FAST KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS FOR APACHE JMETER
Super Key
Keyboard Shortcuts Supercharged for JMeter
Super Key is the missing keyboard shortcut layer for Apache JMeter. Navigate your test plan, add elements, run tests, and manage everything, all without touching the mouse.
Productivity Unleashed
Master JMeter with keyboard-first workflows that let you move at the speed of thought.
70+ Keyboard Shortcuts
Comprehensive shortcut set covering every JMeter action, from element creation to test execution.
Command Palette
VS Code-style command palette (Ctrl+Shift+P) to search and execute any JMeter action instantly.
Quick Navigation
Jump between test plan elements, tabs, and panels with Vim-inspired navigation shortcuts.
Custom Key Bindings
Remap any shortcut to match your preferred workflow and muscle memory.
Installation
Get Super Key up and running in minutes.
Plugins Manager (Recommended)
Open JMeter → Options → Plugins Manager → Available Plugins, search "SuperKey", select it, then Apply Changes and Restart JMeter.
# JMeter → Options → Plugins Manager → Available Plugins # Search "SuperKey" → Apply Changes and Restart JMeter
Plugins Manager CLI
Headless and CI-friendly install via the Plugins Manager command line.
# Linux / macOS bin/PluginsManagerCMD.sh install superkey # Windows bin\PluginsManagerCMD.bat install superkey
Manual JAR Install
Download the latest JAR from the GitHub Releases page, copy it into JMeter's lib/ext directory, and restart JMeter. Super Key activates automatically.
# Download from https://github.com/QAInsights/superkey/releases cp <downloaded>.jar $JMETER_HOME/lib/ext/ $JMETER_HOME/bin/jmeter
Launch Super Key
Ctrl/Cmd + K to open the Super Key panel.
❓ FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Apache JMeter have keyboard shortcuts?
JMeter ships with only a handful of shortcuts. Super Key adds a comprehensive keyboard layer: 50+ core shortcuts in the free edition (70+ in Pro), a VS Code-style command palette, and Vim-inspired navigation so you rarely need the mouse.
How do I get a command palette in JMeter?
Install Super Key from the JMeter Plugins Manager (search "SuperKey"), restart JMeter, and press Ctrl+Shift+P. Type any action name (add a sampler, run a test, clear results) and execute it instantly.
Is Super Key free?
Yes. The open-source edition with 50+ core shortcuts, the command palette, and quick navigation is free. The Pro edition adds extended shortcuts, custom key bindings, multi-keymap profiles, and a commercial license.
How do I install Super Key?
Via the JMeter Plugins Manager: Options → Plugins Manager → Available Plugins → search "SuperKey" → Apply Changes and Restart JMeter. Or from the command line: PluginsManagerCMD install superkey.
GitHub Repository
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Keyboard Shortcuts Supercharged for JMeter
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