Efetch.el

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Embrace a new level of Emacs mastery with efetch.el – a powerful and user-friendly Emacs Fetching Tool. Designed for enthusiasts who crave insights into their Emacs environment, efetch.el provides a seamless way to peek under the hood of your setup. With just a simple command, unlock a left-side buffer showcasing key details such as Emacs version, host information, user details, installed packages, active theme, and default font. Customizable and accessible, this tool not only delivers a quick snapshot of your Emacs configuration but also opens the door for collaborative enhancements. Join the community on Github contribute your ideas, and elevate your Emacs experience with efetch.el today!

Figure 1: efetch.el tool in the left side of the frame.

Figure 1: efetch.el tool in the left side of the frame.

Overview

Are you an Emacs enthusiast who loves to keep track of your environment details? Look no further! We are excited to introduce efetch.el - the Emacs Fetching Tool. This nifty extension provides a quick and informative snapshot of your Emacs setup, helping you stay in the know about your environment configuration.

Features

  • Quick Access: Invoke efetch with a simple command to access a left-side buffer displaying essential information about your Emacs environment.

  • Information at a Glance: Get a concise overview, including Emacs version, host details, user information, installed packages, active theme, and default font.

  • Customization: Tailor the appearance and information displayed in the efetch buffer to suit your preferences.

  • Convenient Keyboard Shortcut: Close the efetch buffer and its window effortlessly with the q key.

How to Use

  1. Installation: Add the following line to your Emacs configuration: 
    1(require 'efetch)

Ensure the efetch.el file is in a directory included in your load-path.

  1. Usage: Invoke efetch interactively using:
1M-x efetch

The information will be displayed in a left-side buffer named efetch-popup.

Customization

Feel free to customize the appearance or the information displayed in the efetch buffer by modifying the relevant sections in the efetch function.

Contribution

We welcome contributions and feedback! efetch.el is hosted on github. Feel free to fork the repository and submit pull requests. The project is open to changes, improvements, and collaborations.

Get Started

Enhance your Emacs experience with efetch.el! Stay informed about your environment effortlessly. Download and integrate it into your Emacs setup today.