FilterKeys

FilterKeys (or Filter Keys) is an accessibility feature of Microsoft Windows. It configures the keyboard to ignore brief or repeated keystrokes, making typing easier for people with hand tremors, who may accidentally press keys multiple times. This feature helps to prevent unintended characters from being entered.

History

Microsoft first introduced FilterKeys with Windows 95. The feature is also used on later versions of Windows.

Enabling

There are two primary ways to enable FilterKeys:

Keyboard Shortcut: Hold down the right ⇧Shift key for 8 seconds. An audible cue will sound, and a pop-up notification will appear, confirming that FilterKeys has been activated.

Accessibility Settings: Windows 10 and earlier: Open the Control Panel and navigate to "Ease of Access Center" or "Accessibility Options."

Windows 11: Open the Settings app and go to "Accessibility" -> "Keyboard." In the accessibility settings, you can toggle FilterKeys on or off, and further customize its behavior. Options include adjusting the acceptance delay for keystrokes and configuring how repeated keystrokes are handled.

See also

• StickyKeys
• MouseKeys
• Togglekeys

External links

• Tutorial on enabling and using FilterKeys