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This article describes the RPA Keyboard functionality to hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all).
For a full list of available functions, please read KEYBOARD functions.
Description
The KEYBOARD Hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all) function allows you to hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all).
Setting it up
To use the KEYBOARD Hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all) function, follow these instructions:
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Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the KEYBOARD Hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all) function
- Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
- On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
- From here you can select the KEYBOARD Hot key (copy, cut, paste, select all) option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Window | Yes | Text | - | The window title |
| Key 1 | Yes | Select | - | Modifier key (Ctrl, Alt, Shift, Win) |
| Key 2 | Yes | Text | - | The second key |
| Iterations | Yes | Number | 1 | Number of times to press |
| Interval | Yes | Number | 0 | Seconds between presses |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| Window not found | The window could not be found |
Tips
- Simulates keyboard shortcuts like Ctrl+C, Alt+F4
- Common shortcuts are available as presets