Lua:keyDown

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<> Function

function keyDown(Key)

Causes the specified key to go into the "down" (pressed) state. This simulates pressing and holding the key.

Function Parameters

Parameter Type Description
Key Integer or Virtual-Key Code The virtual key code of the key to press down (e.g., VK_F1, VK_SHIFT).

Examples

-- Simulate pressing and holding the left control key
keyDown(VK_LCONTROL)

-- Simulate pressing and holding the "A" key
keyDown(VK_A)

See also

Lua
Script Engine

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getMousePos
setMousePos
isKeyPressed
keyDown
keyUp
doKeyPress
mouse_event
setGlobalKeyPollInterval
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