Hotkey script to open url in browser?

Question

How could I best write a hotkey script that opens an url in the webbrowser (firefox)?

Example:

ALT+G = www.google.de
ALT+W = www.wikipedia.de

Or would I have to use some kind of existing software therefore?

Answer 1

For this purpose, you can crate Custom shortcut:

1. Go to System Settings → Keyboard → Shortcuts (tab) → Custom Shortcuts (section) → Add new +.

2. In the Custom shortcut window type:

   • Name: Google

   • Command:

     • for FireFox: firefox www.google.de
     • for Chromium: chromium-browser www.google.de

   • Click on Apply

3. Click on Disabled:

4. Press ctrl+g to assign the desired shortcut: