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Keyboard Shortcuts

Navigate DSX Efficiently

DSX provides 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 without using a mouse.

Accessibility

Screen reader compatible with proper focus management and ARIA labels.

Standard Controls

Use Tab, Enter, and Escape for standard navigation and form control.

DSX Shortcuts

These shortcuts work from anywhere on the DSX platform:

Navigation

AltHGo to Homepage
AltMFocus Main Navigation
AltCSkip to Content
AltFSkip to Footer

Search & Actions

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

Accessibility Shortcuts

Visual & Reading Support

DSX Accessibility

AltShiftDToggle Dark Mode
AltShiftRRead Page Summary
Alt?Context Help

Browser Zoom (Standard)

Ctrl+Increase Text Size
Ctrl-Decrease Text Size
Ctrl0Reset Zoom

Form Shortcuts

Navigation

TabNext Field
ShiftTabPrevious Field

Actions

CtrlEnterSubmit Form
CtrlSSave Changes
EscCancel/Close

Screen Reader Shortcuts

These shortcuts are provided by your screen reader software, not DSX. They work on any website.

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

VO→Next item

VOSpaceActivate

VO⌘HNext heading

VO⌘LNext link

VO⌘JNext form

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

Accessibility Support

Need Help?

Email: info@dsx.org.au
Phone: 0466 106 150

Related Accessibility Resources

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These keyboard shortcuts comply with WCAG 2.1 AAA standards and WAI-ARIA best practices.
Effective: March 2026