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- Updated
- 2025-02-05
- Anki versions
- 2.1.1~
- Description language
- en
Enhanced Typebox - Improved Multi-line Input for Code Review
AnkiWeb addon 441175204
Provides enhanced multi-line input for programming and code review cards, with language-specific comment handling, customizable dimensions, scrolling, auto-focus, and indentation preservation.
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Maintenance
stale
- Last update or commit was 462 days before the snapshot (2025-06-26).
- The repository has 7 test files.
GitHub
- Repository
- joelisreal/ankitypebox · more by joelisreal
- Stars
- ⭐ 2 · forks 1 · open issues 0
- Last commit
- 2025-06-26
- Languages
- Python, JavaScript, CSS
- Tests
- 7
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| Min Anki | Max Anki | Updated |
|---|---|---|
| 2.1.1 | + | 2025-02-05 |
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README
Anki Typebox
An enhanced text input add-on for Anki that provides a multi-line input experience, particularly optimized for programming code review and technical content.
Overview
Anki Typebox enhances Anki's built-in type-in-the-answer feature by providing a full-featured text area that supports:
- Multi-line text input with proper indentation preservation
- Programming language-specific formatting
- Customizable input area dimensions
- Code-friendly features (tab handling, symbol preservation)
- Syntax highlighting (coming soon)
Why Use Anki?
Anki is a powerful spaced repetition software that helps you remember things efficiently. As explained in Gwern's comprehensive article on spaced repetition, this method is particularly effective for long-term retention of information, making it ideal for:
- Programming concepts and syntax
- Technical documentation
- Complex problem-solving patterns
- Any content requiring detailed written responses
Installation
- Open Anki
- Navigate to Tools → Add-ons → Get Add-ons...
- Paste in the code:
681236951 - Restart Anki
Features
Core Functionality
- Multi-line Input: Type complex, formatted responses with preserved spacing and indentation
- Programming Language Support: Specialized handling for various programming languages. Can add 'Language' field to card to specify language
- Customizable Interface: Adjust input area size and behavior
- Auto-focus: Automatically focuses the input area when a card contains a typebox
Settings
- Adjustable minimum and maximum height
- Scrolling behavior controls
- Programming language selection
- Height adjustment behavior options
Usage
Add the following to your card templates where you want the typebox to appear:
[[typebox:FieldName]]
Where FieldName is the name of the field containing the correct answer.
Contributing
This is a community-maintained fork of the original Anki Typebox add-on. Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to:
- Submit issues for bugs or feature requests
- Create pull requests with improvements
- Share your use cases and suggestions
Development Status
This project is actively maintained by the community. The project was created by robbielaldrich who is no longer maintaining it.
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Acknowledgments
- Original author of Anki Typebox, robbielaldrich
- All contributors to this project
Note: For support, please use the GitHub issues system rather than AnkiWeb comments.