Heriot-Watt University Access Keys

Access keys are keyboard shortcuts for the main links used in the site. They are included for the assistance of users who may have difficulty using a mouse or other pointing device.

Our Access Keys

• S - Skip navigation, go straight to content
• 1 - Home
• 2 - Search
• 3 - People Finder
• 4 - Contact Us
• 5 - Text only version
• 0 - Access Key details

How to use Access Keys

How the keys work varies between platforms and browsers.

• Windows users can navigate with the access key feature by typing ALT + Access Key.
• Mac users would use CTRL + Access Key (not CMD + Access Key, which can produce undesired effects).
• Internet Explorer users may also need to hit the 'enter' key to activate a link.
• Opera users need to use Shift + ESC + Access Key.
• Firefox users need to use Shift + ALT + Access Key. Please note this only works in versions 2.0.0.1 upwards.