powerKeys

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

# Metadata

Platforms: desktop, server OS: Introduced: 1.0 Security:

# 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 error, but the setting has no effect.

# Tags

# See

- **keyword:** default - **property:** filled, centered, navigationArrows, tool - **message:** keyDown - **glossary:** property, handler, LiveCode, paint tool, HyperCard, error