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Add support for Leader key (Prefix) when configuring bindings

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#415 opened on Jan 16, 2024

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Description

Similar to Wezterm it would be good to support a Leader/Prefix key. This would allow the emulation of tmux behaviour when using native window and pane management.

For example: CTRL-B C will create a new window

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Examine the current keybinding configuration code, especially how modifier keys are handled. Look at Wezterm's leader key implementation as a reference. Then design and implement a leader key prefix that enables chords like CTRL B C.
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rust
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cli
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1-3 hours
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Rust
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75