modifier key
Keyboard command enabler
A modifier key is a key on a computer keyboard that changes the function of other keys when held down simultaneously.
The main modifier keys are Shift, Control (Ctrl), Alt, and Command (on Mac).
Pressing a modifier key alone typically does nothing; it works in combination: Hold the modifier key and press C to copy.
Movement or work period
- altOutside the mainstream
- commandAuthoritative instruction given
- optionAvailable course of action
- caps lockContinuous uppercase typing mode
esc · tab · delete · backspace · insert · home · end · page up
Programmed key combination
- bindingLegally or morally required
- keypressButton actuation on keyboard
- triggerWhat initiates action
- shortcut keysKey combinations for commands
macro · sequence · chord · accelerator · ctrl+c · copy · paste · undo
Modifier key persistence feature
- assistive technologyDisability-compensating devices and software
- motor impairmentDiminished control of movement
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
Choose several from list
- constrainTo limit or restrict
- proportionalScaled to match another
- spring-loadedPowered by compressed coil
- context menuPop-up list of actions
right-click · snap · override · bypass · force · hold · press · release
shift
Movement or work period
caps lock · esc · tab · delete · backspace · insert · home · end · page up · pause
hotkey
Programmed key combination
shortcut keys · macro · sequence · chord · accelerator · ctrl+c · copy · paste · undo · redo
sticky keys
Modifier key persistence feature
- assistive technologyDisability-compensating devices and software
- motor impairmentDiminished control of movement
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
multi-select
Choose several from list
- constrainTo limit or restrict
- proportionalScaled to match another
- spring-loadedPowered by compressed coil
context menu · right-click · snap · override · bypass · force · hold · press · release
- keyboardbackspace, caps lock, enter key, escape key, function keys
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