This help topic describes the procedure for setting keyboard shortcuts commands contained in the main window's menus. For editor-specific commands, see Setting Keyboard Shortcuts for the Source Editor.
To add or change a keyboard shortcut for a menu command:
The commands are grouped according to categories. Some of the categories do not correspond to the names of the menu in the IDE. For example, commands in the File menu appear in the System category of the Keyboard Shortcuts dialog box.
As you press the key sequence, the correct syntax for that sequence automatically appears in the text field. For example, if you press the Backspace key, the word "Backspace" appears. If you simultaneously hold down the Alt key, the Control key, and the J key, "Alt+Ctrl+J" appears. The dialog box only lets you specify a keyboard shortcut that is not being used by another command.
To remove a keyboard shortcut for a menu command:
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Menu Shortcuts |