Hotkeys and Shortcuts
Some of the common keyboard keys used throughout EPASS. Some use just one key, while others use a combination of keys.
Keys | Description |
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ENTER | This is the default button in EPASS. Pressing ENTER typically accepts things, or is the same as clicking on the OK button. Anywhere in EPASS that you see a button outlined in black, it is the 'default' button on pressing ENTER is the same as clicking on that button. |
ESC | This is the cancel button in EPASS. Pressing ESC typically cancels things, or is the same as clicking on the Cancel button or on the red X button in the top right corner of most screens. |
SPACEBAR | If you currently have a checkbox selected, or are in a list with checkboxes, the SPACEBAR button is the same as clicking the checkbox. You press it multiple times to check/uncheck the box. |
TAB | Moves from field to field in all screens in EPASS, and most other Windows applications. |
SHIFT + TAB | Moves backwards from field to field in EPASS, and most other Windows applications. |
ALT + 'Underlined Letter' | Pressing ALT + the underlined letter in a button's name is the same as clicking that button. |
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If you have multiple windows open in EPASS, this shortcut only works on the window that is currently active.
CTRL + TAB | If you have multiple screens open in EPASS, CTRL + TAB will toggle between screens. |
ALT + TAB | If you have multiple programs open in Windows, ALT + TAB will toggle between programs. |
F2 | F2 is used very frequently throughout EPASS. Anywhere you see a small button inside a field, F2 is the same as clicking on that button. Your cursor needs to be in that field for it to work. |
F3 | F3 can be used on any popup/drop-down field anywhere in EPASS. Pressing F3 enables you to filter the drop-down by description. On the invoice header, F3 will also open the customer history screen, but only if you are not on a popup/drop-down field. |
F5 | Order Only. Accessible when a PO is displayed. |
F6 | Receive Only. Accessible when a PO is displayed. |
F7 | Cost PO. Accessible when a PO is displayed. |
CTRL + F1 | Opens the Sign-In screen. |
CTRL+ F12 | Opens the Sign-Out screen. |
SHIFT + F8 | Toggles displaying cost. |
SHIFT + F9 | Toggles displaying list. |
SHIFT + Right Click | In the routing screen, SHIFT + right click in one of the lists will allow you to reset the column widths and positions. |
ALT + ESC | Minimize an application. |
F5 | Order only |
F6 | Receive only |
F7 | Cost only |
ALT + F4 | Close an application, or shut down Windows if there are no applications open. |
Updated
January 15, 2024