powerKeys

Type

property

Summary

Has no effect and is included in LiveCode for compatibility with imported HyperCard stacks.

Syntax

set the powerKeys to {true | false}

Description

In HyperCard, the powerKeys property determines whether certain keyboard shortcuts can be used with the paint tools. In LiveCode, these shortcuts are not used.

The powerKeys property is set to true by default. A handler can change this property without causing a script error, but the setting has no effect.

Related

glossary: property, handler, LiveCode, paint tool, HyperCard, error

keyword: default

message: keyDown

property: filled, centered, navigationArrows, tool

Compatibility and Support

Introduced

LiveCode 1.0

Platforms

desktop

server