Access Key Shortcuts
Access keys are helpful keyboard shortcuts on a website that give a keyboard user quick and easy access to all the main areas of the site.
Both Windows and Macintosh computers require that a Modifier Key is pressed in addition to the Access Key. More importantly, Modifier Keys vary depending on browser and operating system.
Below is a list of Modifier Keys that should be used with each browser:
Windows
- Chrome: Hold the ALT key and select the number of the Access Key
- Microsoft Internet Explorer: Hold the ALT key and select the number of the Access Key, press ENTER
- Firefox: Hold the SHIFT and ALT key and select the number of the Access Key
- Safari: Hold the ALT key and select the number of the Access Key
Macintosh Computers
- Firefox: Hold the CTRL key and select the number of the Access Key
- Safari: Hold the CTRL key and select the number of the Access Key
Accessibility keyboard shortcuts
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Access key | Action |
The Access Key must be used in with the appropriate Modifier Keys | |
1 | Home page |
2 | Starting Out |
3 | The 10 Steps |
4 | Find Your Local |
5 | Ask For Help |
6 | About |
7 | Knowledge Bank |
8 | Contact |
9 | Accessibility |