Scripts for Glyphs 3

Place scripts in one of these folders:

• System-wide:
  /Library/Application Support/Glyphs 3/Scripts/

• User-specific:
  /Users/YOUR_USERNAME/Library/Application Support/Glyphs 3/Scripts/

After adding or updating scripts:

1. Open Glyphs 3.
2. In the menu bar, go to Help → type Reload Scripts → click on it.
   This will update the scripts menu so your newly added scripts appear.

Currently Included Scripts

• Show Glyphs with Component
  Finds all glyphs containing a specific component and opens them in a new tab.
  How to use: Enter the component name in the dialog, press OK or Enter, and the matching glyphs will appear.

• Duplicate Current Layer
  Duplicates the currently selected layer with a hotkey ⌘⌥C.

  How to use:
  Assign a macOS shortcut for fast access:

  • Open System Settings → Keyboard → Shortcuts → App Shortcuts.
  • Add a new shortcut:
    • Application: Glyphs
    • Menu Title: Duplicate Current Layer
    • Shortcut: ⌘⌥C**
  • Press Add.

  Now you can run the script instantly with a hotkey.

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Last update: 20 Sep 2025