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XKey

brew install --cask xkey v1.2.24,20260617

Vietnamese input method engine for macOS with native Swift implementation and modern features.

Why you might care

XKey targets Vietnamese users on macOS who need reliable, up-to-date input method support. Built in native Swift for better performance and macOS compatibility compared to older, unmaintained alternatives. Includes modern features like smart switching, macros, spell-check, and a debug window for developers.

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Alternatives

Unikey VIQR
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30-day installs · #1112
504
90-day · #1032
686
365-day · #1808
467
★ GitHub stars · updated 2mo ago

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Blurb generated by claude-haiku-4-5 on 2mo ago.

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