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Success criterion 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts [2.1 and 2.2]

Level Level A, WCAG principle: Operable

Assigned to the following themes: KEYBOARD

Keyboard shortcuts should use modifier keys like [ctrl], [cmd], or [alt/option]. If single-key shortcuts are used (e.g. 'S' for save), it must be possible to:

  • turn them off,
  • remap them with a modifier key, or
  • restrict them to when the relevant element is focused

Learn more about the success criterion 2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts [2.1 and 2.2] on the W3C website.

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