FJ Flow is a lightweight Windows utility that displays your IME status right next to your text cursor, switches input modes smartly with the Shift key, and keeps you in the flow with active line highlighting and zoom features.
Click here and start typing in the simulator...
Notice how the indicator stays right next to your cursor.
Click the "ShiftLock" button (or single tap your Left Shift key) to start ShiftLock (S). Tap Shift again or wait 3 seconds to release. Double-tap Ctrl to pause/resume the tool.
Try clicking the "Row Highlight" button to focus on the active row!
Use the settings panel on the left to customize the indicator instantly.
Three key values provided by FJ Flow.
The status follows your text cursor so you don't have to look at the taskbar. Highlights the active window border with a CPU/RAM linked mode.
Features modifier locks (Shift/Ctrl/Alt/Win) and multi-layer key extensions (L1/L2/Space Shift) to navigate and type directly from the home position.
Dim the rest of the screen to highlight the active line. Focus entirely on writing and coding.
Discover how professionals use FJ Flow to enhance their daily workflow.
Input cursors are easy to lose track of on high-resolution screens. This software dims everything except the active line with the F8 key, reducing eye strain.
Read More →Prevent typing in the wrong input mode and having to retype. This software displays the input mode right next to your cursor, reducing unnecessary mistakes.
Read More →When typing consecutive uppercase letters, you normally have to hold down the Shift key. This software maintains uppercase input with a single, short press of the Shift key.
Read More →Comfort in various writing and coding scenarios
Avoid syntax errors from accidental full-width input. Instantly recognize active layout right at the cursor.
Use Space Shift (holding Space) or modifier locks to trigger cursor movement, clipboard actions, and numpad input from the home position. Eliminate hand-travel time.
Highlight current line to prevent skipping rows. Easily check layout and spelling.
Magnify the area around the text cursor at the screen edge. Type comfortably without leaning forward.
Use all features immediately with intuitive shortcuts.
Run the app to start. Double-tap the Ctrl key to temporarily suspend or resume.
Tap Shift, Ctrl, Alt, or Win once to lock the modifier key. Support One-Shot Shift to automatically release lock after sending one key.
Hold Space (300ms) to trigger Space Shift. Features automatic key map guide popup when idle, and Instant Macro ({Macro}/{ExecuteMacro}) to record/play keystrokes.
Press F9 to magnify the cursor area at the edge of the screen. Type comfortably with a healthy posture.
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FJ Flow (formerly CaretIME) has received a major update. By fully transitioning to AutoHotkey v2, stability has dramatically improved, and focus-assisting features such as the zoom function and line highlighting have been significantly enhanced.
Read Article →FJ Flow operates safely and privately
No external network connection is made. Keys typed or setting parameters are never sent to external servers.
All configurations are stored in fjFlow.json locally. No cloud sync or telemetry tracking is performed.
System requirements and application limits
Supports Windows OS (including multi-monitor setups). Requires AutoHotkey v2 installed on your PC.
Runs in customizable Pro edition (saves FJ Flow.json/KeyExt.json) or built-in Free edition. Layout is detected on startup; restart if you change layouts. Run as admin if UAC limits apply.
Free, open source, and lightweight.
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