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Keyboard Shortcuts

Complete reference of all keyboard shortcuts in WooTUI.

Global Shortcuts​

Work anywhere in WooTUI:

ShortcutAction
sOpen Settings screen
qQuit WooTUI
Ctrl+CForce quit (emergency exit)

Main Screen (Wizard)​

Navigation and interaction:

ShortcutAction
TabMove to next step/field
Shift+TabMove to previous step/field
EnterActivate/select focused element
Ctrl+EnterSubmit current step
Ctrl+JSubmit current step (Windows Terminal alternative)
EscCancel or blur current input
Arrow UpNavigate dropdown options
Arrow DownNavigate dropdown options

Settings Screen​

Configuration navigation:

ShortcutAction
TabNavigate to next field
Shift+TabNavigate to previous field
EnterSave current field value
Ctrl+SSave all settings and return to Main Screen
EscReturn to Main Screen (without saving)

Form Controls​

Text Fields​

  • Type normally to enter text
  • Backspace / Delete to remove characters
  • Arrow Left / Arrow Right to move cursor
  • Enter to save field
  • Esc to cancel editing
  • Arrow Up / Arrow Down to navigate options
  • Enter to select highlighted option
  • Esc to close without selecting

Checkboxes​

  • Space to toggle on/off
  • Enter to toggle on/off
  • Visual indicator shows selected state

Toggles​

  • Space to switch between on/off
  • Enter to switch between on/off

Results Screen​

After translation completes:

ShortcutAction
oOpen output folder in file explorer
EnterReturn to Main Screen (start new translation)
qQuit WooTUI

Platform Differences​

Windows Terminal Issue​

If Ctrl+Enter doesn't work in Windows Terminal, use Ctrl+J instead.

Why? Windows Terminal has a known issue where Ctrl+Enter is not sent to applications.

Alternative Terminals (Windows)​

These terminals work with Ctrl+Enter:

  • Command Prompt
  • PowerShell (standalone)
  • Git Bash
  • Alacritty

Quick Reference Card​

Print this or keep handy:

Essential Shortcuts​

WhatShortcut
Move forwardTab
Move backwardShift+Tab
Select/activateEnter
Submit stepCtrl+Enter or Ctrl+J
CancelEsc
Settingss
Quitq

Form Shortcuts​

WhatShortcut
Toggle checkboxSpace
Navigate dropdownArrow Up/Down
Save fieldEnter
Save all settingsCtrl+S
Open output foldero (Results screen)

Tips for Efficient Use​

1. Master Three Keys​

Learn these and you'll be 90% productive:

  • Tab - Navigate
  • Ctrl+Enter - Submit
  • Esc - Cancel

2. Use Submit Shortcut​

Don't navigate to a Submit button - just press Ctrl+Enter when ready.

3. Quick Settings Access​

Press s from anywhere to jump to Settings. No need to quit.

4. Arrow Keys for Dropdowns​

Use Arrow Up/Down to navigate language/column dropdowns quickly.

5. Esc for Quick Cancels​

Accidentally focused a field? Esc backs out instantly.

Next Steps​