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GitHub Codespaces iPad Keyboard Shortcuts Guide
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Now on iPadOS
Vysio
The native cloud developer environment built for iPad.
Run VS Code, GitHub Codespaces, and remote developer environments on your iPad. A native client designed with full keyboard shortcuts, Face ID lock, and distraction-free fullscreen focus.
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A Desktop-Class Development Workspace on iPad
Vysio blends the efficiency of a native dashboard with a secure, sandboxed client built for modern cloud workspaces.
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Distraction-Free Fullscreen
Lose the browser tabs and address bars. Run a fullscreen workspace optimized for Magic Keyboard shortcuts, gestures, trackpad controls, and touch interface.
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Native Codespaces Dashboard
Manage your GitHub Codespaces directly. Spin up, stop, restart, or delete workspaces from a native list with zero intermediate servers.
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Face ID & Keychain Security
Protect your sessions and code. Store GitHub tokens securely in the Apple Keychain, protected by Face ID, Touch ID, or your iPad passcode.
Compatible with Your Stack
GitHub Codespaces
code-server
Gitpod & Cloud IDEs
Magic Keyboard
Deep Links
Face ID & Biometrics
Vysio vs. Mobile Browsers
Standard mobile browsers restrict dev productivity. Vysio is custom-engineered to bypass iOS WebKit limitations.
| Feature | Safari / Chrome | Vysio App |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard Passthrough | Intercepted by OS (e.g. Cmd+W closes browser, Cmd+T opens tab) | Full passthrough to IDE (Cmd+W closes editor tab, Cmd+P runs command palette) |
| Device Standby | iPad sleeps after idle time, dropping container connection | Automatic wake-lock keeps connections active during long tasks |
| Credential Storage | Stored in cookies/localstorage, subject to automatic iOS deletion | Direct Apple Keychain encryption secured by Face ID / Touch ID |
| Screen Real Estate | Cluttered by URL address bar, tabs, and iOS overlays | Edge-to-edge native fullscreen with custom keyboard-ready viewport |
| Codespaces Lifecycle | Must log in, navigate GitHub, and manually boot web containers | Start, stop, and configure Codespaces in a native dashboard list |
Keyboard Passthrough
Safari / ChromeIntercepted by OS (e.g. Cmd+W closes browser, Cmd+T opens tab)
Vysio AppFull passthrough to IDE (Cmd+W closes editor tab, Cmd+P runs command palette)
Device Standby
Safari / ChromeiPad sleeps after idle time, dropping container connection
Vysio AppAutomatic wake-lock keeps connections active during long tasks
Credential Storage
Safari / ChromeStored in cookies/localstorage, subject to automatic iOS deletion
Vysio AppDirect Apple Keychain encryption secured by Face ID / Touch ID
Screen Real Estate
Safari / ChromeCluttered by URL address bar, tabs, and iOS overlays
Vysio AppEdge-to-edge native fullscreen with custom keyboard-ready viewport
Codespaces Lifecycle
Safari / ChromeMust log in, navigate GitHub, and manually boot web containers
Vysio AppStart, stop, and configure Codespaces in a native dashboard list
Open Source Ecosystem
Deployment Templates & Community Hub
Everything you need to launch, customize, and extend your iPad development workflow.
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vysio.app.templates
Pre-configured Docker Compose starter kits for code-server and Tailscale, specifically tuned for iPadOS touch & keyboard layouts.
✓LAN Quickstart : Simple password auth setup
✓Tailscale Mesh : Private WireGuard network without open ports
✓Caddy SSL & OAuth : Reverse proxy with automatic HTTPS & SSO
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vysio.app.feedback
Shape the future of Vysio alongside our developer community. Request features, vote on the roadmap, and report iPad bugs directly on GitHub.
✓Feature Requests : Vote on upcoming iPadOS capabilities
✓Bug Tracker : Report Magic Keyboard shortcut issues
✓Public Roadmap : Transparent view of upcoming TestFlight builds
How Vysio Powers Your Mobile Dev Flow
Vysio connects your iPad directly to your cloud developer environments, combining native OS integrations with terminal and editor keyboard layouts.
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Connect Securely
Authenticate directly with GitHub via PKCE OAuth. Your tokens are stored securely in the local Apple Keychain, never on third-party servers.
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Choose your Codespace
View, search, and manage your active, sleeping, or stopped development environments in a native dashboard.
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Open the Workspace
Launch into your workspace with zero-latency fullscreen. Your session is restored instantly with screen wake-lock to prevent sleeping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Vysio and remote iPad development.
Vysio is a native iPad client designed specifically for managing, connecting to, and coding in cloud development workspaces like GitHub Codespaces, Coder, and Gitpod.
No, Vysio does not compile or run code on your iPad, preserving battery life and device performance. Instead, it connects to powerful remote development environments and wraps them in a custom, fully optimized fullscreen container with hardware keyboard support.
Security is our top priority. Your GitHub access tokens are stored exclusively in the secure Apple Keychain on your device, and Face ID is required to access the app. Connection is direct to GitHub APIs with no intermediate backend servers.
Yes! In addition to GitHub Codespaces, you can add custom workspace URLs for self-hosted instances of code-server, Coder, Gitpod, openvscode-server, or any web-accessible IDE environment.
Not currently. Unlike iPadOS, iOS lacks direct pointer compatibility for IDE desktop interactions, requiring a custom virtual pointer system to be implemented. Because our current focus is delivering the ultimate desktop-class iPad workflow, an iPhone version is not on our immediate roadmap.
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