Assign common functions to keyboard / keypad shortcuts
Boxed versions of Eclipse include key stickers so you can set up your shortcuts exactly how you like.
Settings
File > Setting your shortcuts > Shortcuts tab
With your mouse select the function you wish to control. Press the key you want to control it with. If the key is already assigned to a different function, use the eraser button to unallocate that row.
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This will set the various functions of SMP to work on a keypad with Numlock On. If you do not have a keypad, you can use the keys found on the far right of an extended keyboard. Wired and wireless USB keypads are a great choice.
The default settings for the keypad short cuts are:
Toggle view live/stored frames =
Capture = Play then stop audio = Play then live, stop audio = Step forward then live = Step back frame = Go to first frame = Go to last frame = Hide stored frame = Loop range = Loop last = Loop single = Toggle view Video assist/captured frames = Show full resolution viewer = Show thumbnail editor = |
Numlock on 9
Enter / Return Numlock on 5 Numlock on 8 Numlock on 6 Numlock on 4 Numlock on 7 Numlock on 1 Numlock on 0 * – + Numlock on 3 Numlock on 2 / |
How to apply keypad stickers
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Locate your keypad, wireless or wired.
The sticker set comes in a clear envelope.
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Check the location of where you want your stickers to go
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Gently roll the sticker sheet so the stickers come off easily.
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To aid placement, stick the corner of the sticker to your finger and then position on key. The bonding adhesive will strengthen over time.