Open Settings > Accessibility > Keyboards > Sticky Keys. Turn on Sticky Keys. Additional options such as sound feedback or visual indicators can be adjusted if needed.
Note: This setting only applies when using an external hardware keyboard.
Sticky Keys
Allows shortcut keys to be entered one key at a time instead of holding multiple keys simultaneously.
What does this setting do?
Sticky Keys let users press modifier keys like Shift, Ctrl or Alt sequentially, making complex shortcuts easier. This benefits people with limited fine motor control, tremors, slower movement or difficulty pressing keys together. Desktop operating systems support Sticky Keys fully. On mobile devices, this feature typically works only when an external keyboard is connected.
Instructions for different systems
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Open Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard. Turn on Sticky Keys to press key combinations one key at a time instead of simultaneously. Open Sticky Keys to adjust additional options, such as:
behavior of modifier keys
audio feedback when enabled
keyboard shortcuts to turn Sticky Keys on or off
Open System Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard. Enable Sticky Keys and configure delay, audio feedback or display options as needed.
Often mentioned in relation to the following conditions:
- Tremor – Minor hand tremors affecting precise touchscreen or mouse interactions.
- Arthrosis – Joint stiffness causing difficulty with fine motor control or repeated gestures.
- Reduced Motor Precision – Slower or less precise hand movement, often age-related or due to mild neurological changes.
- Age-related Motor Changes – Slower, less precise movements, especially with touch interaction.
- ADHD – Attention-deficit / hyperactivity-related difficulties such as distractibility, impulsivity, or sensitivity to visual motion.
Commonly used for the following difficulties:
Reduced Fine Motor Precision
Users with limited precision may find small touch targets difficult. Larger controls and assistive touch features improve accuracy.
Difficulty with Repetitive Gestures
Repeated gestures like swiping or tapping can be tiring or painful. Gesture alternatives or voice control reduce physical strain.
Slow or Inaccurate Touch Input
Slow or unsteady hand movements can cause mis-taps. Gestural assistance, touch accommodations and extended press durations help reduce errors.
Other settings frequently used together
Relation to WCAG guidelines
For setting to be effective, a website or app often must be technically implemented in such a way that it respects operating system and browser settings.
Developers and designers should follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). The following WCAG criteria are particularly relevant for this setting:
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