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Keyboard Shortcuts

Navigate DSX Efficiently

DSX provides comprehensive keyboard shortcuts to help you navigate and use the platform efficiently. These shortcuts are designed to be accessible and follow standard web conventions to support all users, including those using assistive technologies.

Accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AAA compliant | Screen Reader: Compatible with all major screen readers | Standards: Follows WAI-ARIA guidelines

Quick Navigation

Jump to any section of the platform instantly with keyboard shortcuts.

Search Shortcuts

Quickly access search functions and filter results without using a mouse.

Accessibility

Screen reader compatible with proper focus management and ARIA labels.

Customizable

Adjust shortcuts in your accessibility preferences to match your needs.

Global Shortcuts

These shortcuts work from anywhere on the DSX platform:

Navigation

AltHGo to Homepage
AltMMain Navigation
AltCSkip to Content
AltFSkip to Footer

Search & Actions

CtrlKQuick Search
AltSProvider Search
/Focus Search Box
EscClose Modals/Menus

Page-Specific Shortcuts

Provider Directory & Search

Search & Filters

FFocus Filters Panel
LLocation Filter
TService Type Filter
RClear All Filters

Results Navigation

↑↓Navigate Results
EnterView Provider Details
CtrlEnterOpen in New Tab
MToggle Map View

Messaging & Communications

Message Actions

NNew Message
RReply to Message
CtrlEnterSend Message
DelDelete Message

Navigation

JNext Conversation
KPrevious Conversation
UMark as Unread
AArchive Conversation

Account & Profile Management

Account Actions

AltPView Profile
AltEEdit Profile
AltOAccount Settings
AltLLogout

Form Navigation

TabNext Field
ShiftTabPrevious Field
CtrlSSave Changes
EscCancel/Discard

Accessibility Shortcuts

Visual & Screen Reader Support

Visual Adjustments

Ctrl+Increase Text Size
Ctrl-Decrease Text Size
AltShiftDToggle Dark Mode
AltShiftCHigh Contrast Mode

Screen Reader Features

AltShiftRRead Page Summary
InsertF7JAWS Links List
InsertF5JAWS Forms List
InsertF6JAWS Headings List

Browser-Specific Shortcuts

Chrome & Edge

F6Navigate address bar/page

CtrlLFocus address bar

F11Full screen mode

Ctrl0Reset zoom level

Firefox

F6Navigate between frames

AltDFocus address bar

F7Caret browsing mode

CtrlUView page source

Safari

TabEnable Tab navigation

LFocus address bar

IWeb Inspector

FFull screen

Screen Reader Shortcuts

Popular Screen Readers

JAWS (Windows)

InsertF7Links list

InsertF5Forms mode

InsertF6Headings list

HNext heading

BNext button

KNext link

NVDA (Windows)

NVDAF7Elements list

SpaceActivate browse mode

EnterSwitch to focus mode

1-6Navigate by heading level

FNext form field

TNext table

VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)

VOUWeb rotor

VONext item

VOSpaceActivate

VOHNext heading

VOLNext link

VOJNext form

Customizing Shortcuts

Personalization Options

You can customize keyboard shortcuts to better suit your needs and assistive technology setup.

How to Customize:

  1. Go to Account Settings → Accessibility → Keyboard Shortcuts
  2. Select the shortcut category you want to modify
  3. Click on the current key combination to change it
  4. Press your preferred key combination
  5. Save changes and test the new shortcuts

Customization Guidelines:

  • Avoid conflicts with browser and assistive technology shortcuts
  • Use modifier keys (Ctrl, Alt, Shift) for global shortcuts
  • Keep shortcuts logical and easy to remember
  • Test with your specific assistive technology setup

Troubleshooting

Shortcuts Not Working?

  • • Check if focus is on the correct element
  • • Ensure browser allows JavaScript
  • • Clear browser cache and refresh
  • • Check for conflicts with browser extensions
  • • Try using shortcuts in a different browser

Screen Reader Issues?

  • • Ensure screen reader is in appropriate mode (browse/forms)
  • • Check virtual cursor position
  • • Refresh the page and try again
  • • Update your screen reader to the latest version

Keyboard Shortcuts Support

Accessibility Support

Email: accessibility@dsx.org.au
Phone: 1800 XXX XXX (Option 3)
TTY: 133 677

Technical Support

Live Chat: Available 9am-5pm AEST
Support Tickets: Available 24/7
Video Support: Auslan interpreters available

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These keyboard shortcuts comply with WCAG 2.1 AAA standards and WAI-ARIA best practices.