Access keys are keyboard shortcuts which allow the user to navigate around a website or a piece of computer software without having to use a mouse or other pointing device.
What are the advantages of using access keys?
Its an alternative to using a mouse, or other pointing device, and can sometimes be quicker than using a mouse.
How do I use access keys?
This depends on the browser you are using (see also cross-browser support below):
If you use Internet Explorer
Press and hold the 'Alt' key
Press the required letter
Release the keys and press the 'ENTER' key
If you use Netscape Navigator, Mozilla, or Firefox 1.0