This software allows users to assign hot keys to contextual menu items for easier and faster navigation.
If you've ever wanted to quickly assign a hot key combination to a contextual menu item, "Shortcuts" is the software you need. This handy tool lets you easily link a keyboard combination to any chosen menu item, so you can instantly perform a specific task by selecting an object (like a file in Finder or a piece of text) and pressing the designated shortcut key.
It's worth noting that "Shortcuts" works exclusively with contextual menu plug-ins, and doesn't support menu items added by the application which displays the menu. For example, while you can easily assign a shortcut to a contextual menu item like "New Folder" that's added to your Finder's menu by a plug-in, you can't do the same for items like this that are automatically included within the app.
To use "Shortcuts" to its fullest potential, you'll likely need to install some third-party contextual menu plug-ins. Even if you only use it for a few frequently-performed tasks, however, this software can still be a huge time-saver.
It's worth keeping in mind that not all contextual menu plug-ins will work seamlessly with "Shortcuts" though. To be compatible, the plug-in in question must return the name of its available commands when context information (like selected text or file information) is passed to it. Some plug-ins unfortunately aren't designed this way, and won't work with "Shortcuts" as a result.
Additionally, certain plug-ins may only show up in the menu for specific applications. If this is the case, "Shortcuts" won't be able to see or interact with them.
Overall, "Shortcuts" is a fantastic tool for assigning keyboard shortcuts to contextual menu items - just keep in mind the kinds of plug-ins it's best used with, and you'll be good to go.
It's worth noting that "Shortcuts" works exclusively with contextual menu plug-ins, and doesn't support menu items added by the application which displays the menu. For example, while you can easily assign a shortcut to a contextual menu item like "New Folder" that's added to your Finder's menu by a plug-in, you can't do the same for items like this that are automatically included within the app.
To use "Shortcuts" to its fullest potential, you'll likely need to install some third-party contextual menu plug-ins. Even if you only use it for a few frequently-performed tasks, however, this software can still be a huge time-saver.
It's worth keeping in mind that not all contextual menu plug-ins will work seamlessly with "Shortcuts" though. To be compatible, the plug-in in question must return the name of its available commands when context information (like selected text or file information) is passed to it. Some plug-ins unfortunately aren't designed this way, and won't work with "Shortcuts" as a result.
Additionally, certain plug-ins may only show up in the menu for specific applications. If this is the case, "Shortcuts" won't be able to see or interact with them.
Overall, "Shortcuts" is a fantastic tool for assigning keyboard shortcuts to contextual menu items - just keep in mind the kinds of plug-ins it's best used with, and you'll be good to go.
What's New
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