org-ibullets (Show org-mode headings bullets as UTF-8 characters)

A minor mode for Emacs that enhances Org mode by displaying headings bullets as UTF-8 characters.

Features

• Replace standard Org mode bullets with visually appealing UTF-8 characters.
• Customizable bullet list for different heading levels.
• Supports inline tasks with appropriate bullet representation.
• Configurable face for bullets to match your theme.

Installation

Install with straight (preferred)

To install org-ibullets with straight.el:

1. It if hasn't already been done, add the straight.el bootstrap code to your init file.
2. Add the following code to the Emacs init file:

(use-package org-ibullets
  :ensure t
  :commands org-ibullets-mode
  :straight (org-ibullets
             :type git
             :host github
             :repo "jamescherti/org-ibullets.el")
  :hook (org-mode . org-ibullets-mode))

Manual installation

To install org-ibullets, clone the repository or download the .el file and add it to your Emacs load path, then add to your .emacs:

(require 'org-ibullets)
(add-hook 'org-mode-hook (lambda () (org-ibullets-mode 1)))

FAQ / Troubleshooting

What is the difference with org-bullets?

The org-ibullets package is based on the MELPA org-bullets fork, which in turn is derived from the unmaintained org-bullets.

Here are the improvements org-ibullets:

• Optimizations (faster): org-ibullets has been optimized to eliminate redundant computations, such as repeated calls to functions like (match-end 0). This reduction in unnecessary processing enhances performance, particularly in larger documents.
• No syntax warnings: Unlike org-bullets, which may generate syntax or font-lock warnings in certain Emacs configurations, org-ibullets resolves these issues, providing a smoother user experience.
• Various enhancements: Included -*- lexical-binding: t; -*-, improved readability and reduced redundancy, fixed warnings, added Melpazoid tests, implemented additional tests, and resolved fontification issues.

This revision improves clarity and flow while maintaining the original meaning.

How can I further improve its speed?

I recommend adding the following to your Emacs init:

(setq inhibit-compacting-font-caches t)

This variable also holds further information regarding what I believe is the cause of the problem.

Alternatives

• org-superstar: A more complex alternative to org-ibullets that offers additional features beyond showing bullets as UTF-8 characters. In contrast, org-ibullets is lightweight and focused on a single task.

Links

• org-ibullets.el @GitHub

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