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select-node-forward ​

Variables ​

VariableDescription

selectNodeForward

Selects the node after the cursor when at the end of a textblock.

This command provides fallback behavior for the Delete/Forward-Delete key when structural deletion isn't possible. When the cursor is at the end of a textblock and normal forward joining fails, this command selects the node after the textblock (if it's selectable), allowing the user to delete it with a subsequent keypress.

This is particularly useful for:

  • Selecting and deleting block nodes (images, horizontal rules, etc.)
  • Handling cases where the schema prevents normal joining
  • Providing consistent behavior for navigating/selecting forward

The command only works when:

  • The selection is empty (just a cursor)
  • The cursor is at the end of a textblock (or not in a textblock)
  • There's a selectable node after the cursor

Param

The current editor state

Param

Optional dispatch function to execute the transaction

Param

Optional editor view for accurate cursor position detection

Example

typescript
// Use as fallback in Delete key handling
const keymap = {
  Delete: chainCommands(deleteSelection, joinForward, selectNodeForward),
};