Among the devices we use every day, the computer is undoubtedly one of the most useful tools. So it’s no surprise that smartphones borrow functionality from computers. Recently, it was reported that the classic Windows computer “Sticky Keys” function will soon be launched on the Android 15 system, which is undoubtedly good news for users who are accustomed to using physical keyboards.
What is a “sticky key”?
For users who are familiar with Windows systems, the “sticky keys” function is no stranger. This design was originally designed as an access function for people who have difficulty pressing two or more keys at the same time. However, some netizens later used it for other applications, such as for those who often need to hold down the Shift, Ctrl or Alt key. For users, “sticky keys” will also bring considerable convenience.
Normally, when you press the Shift key five times quickly, the system will pop up the “sticky keys” setting. After activating Sticky Keys, users only need to tap the Shift key once and then press the keys they want to combine without having to hold down the Shift key. The same rule applies to the Ctrl and Alt keys. For example, you originally needed to hold down the Ctrl key and then press the S key to complete the operation of saving a file. Now you only need to lightly press the Ctrl key, then release it and press the S key to complete.
Android 14 QPR 3 Beta starts testing
Google is adding new features to Android 15 through the QPR 3 Beta version of Android 14, and the “sticky keys” are one of them.
Although on mobile phones, the keyboard is not used under normal circumstances, so there was not much demand for “sticky keys” in the Android system in the past. However, now, for example, on tablets or some Android devices, systems that can work seamlessly by connecting to a screen and keyboard must maintain the user’s usage habits, so “sticky keys” have once again become important.
According to Android system engineer Mishaal Ramen, the QPR Beta 3 version of Android 14 allows users to enable this feature in the physical keyboard settings. Although this feature is currently only available in the beta version, it is very likely to become one of the official features of Android 15.
In addition, this beta version also introduces another new feature called “BounceKeys”. This function can ignore the keys pressed by the user in rapid succession to avoid accidental input.
