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# Adding keyboard shortcuts to Joomla

> Discover how to install the Keyboard Shortcuts Plugin for quick Joomla site control with this step-by-step guide.

Keyboard shortcuts plugin adds quick access to actions using the keyboard in the backend. This extension gives the ability to view, edit, save and close any articles on [Joomla](https://hosting.com/hosting/platforms/joomla-hosting) using a keyboard. It also offers advanced options as overlay timeout, overlay fade speed, show screen overlay and others.

**Installing and configuring keyboard shortcuts plugin for Joomla site**

To install and configure the keyboard shortcuts plugin, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Joomla site with an administrator account.

2. On the top menu bar, click **Extensions**, click **Manage**, and then click **Install**:\
   ![](https://static.hosting.com/kb/kb-joomla-keyboard-4.png)

3. Select the "*Install from Web*" tab. Search and install the "*Keyboard Shortcuts*":\
   ![](https://static.hosting.com/kb/kb-joomla-keyboard-1.png)

4. Install and activate the module. Click **Extensions** and search for the plugin on the **Plugin** page. Click **Edit** to enable the plugin:\
   ![](https://static.hosting.com/kb/kb-joomla-keyboard-3.png)

5. Change the status to **Enabled** on the main tab. Next, configure the key combinations for shortcuts on the **Shortcuts** tab. Click on **Save**:\
   ![](https://static.hosting.com/kb/kb-joomla-keyboard-5.png)

## More information

For more information about the Keyboard Shortcuts Plugin, please visit: [https://extensions.joomla.org/extension/keyboard-shortcuts/](https://extensions.joomla.org/extension/keyboard-shortcuts/)

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