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Post by ChrisB on Oct 18, 2016 23:01:33 GMT
Google seem to have decided that a feature I have used for yonks isn't necessary. They've stopped the backspace button on my keyboard from taking me back to the previous page I was viewing. Why exactly, I don't know but it's been infuriating me for weeks now. I have now found out that they have made a little bit of software that I can stitch onto Chrome to put that feature back. Why they couldn't leave the bloody thing as it was and allow people to remove the feature if they wanted to, I will never know, but like all software manufacturers, they seem to imagine that their latest whim is the thing their customers have been longing for all their lives. Anyway, if it's been pissing you off too, then here's the link to the think you need to restore normality. Go Back With Backspace Note: this entire post about software was proudly made without the use of loblocks terms such as 'functionality' or 'ecosystem'. |
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Post by MartinT on Oct 19, 2016 5:15:34 GMT
Bizarre - backspace is the 'go back a page' key on every browser I know. Perhaps they're developing a new ecosystem...  |
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Post by pre65 on Oct 19, 2016 10:18:49 GMT
I did not know such a keyboard button existed.
I use the arrows next to the refresh (reload) button in Chrome.
But then I use a wireless mouse with my laptop and home pc.
Also, my Lenovo laptop (T540p) has the little red joggle control which I much prefer to the touchpad if not using a mouse. 
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Post by MartinT on Oct 19, 2016 11:06:30 GMT
As a general rule, I find people are far too tied to their mice and don't learn useful keyboard shortcuts for doing things quickly.
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Post by pre65 on Oct 19, 2016 11:16:01 GMT
As a general rule, I find people are far too tied to their mice and don't learn useful keyboard shortcuts for doing things quickly. 
A mouse is what I like.
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Post by Guest on Oct 19, 2016 19:32:54 GMT
What is a backspace button?
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 19, 2016 19:44:53 GMT
The one that you use to go back a space when you're typing.  |
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Post by Stratmangler on Oct 19, 2016 22:32:18 GMT
I'm still looking for the "any" key  |
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 19, 2016 22:41:18 GMT
Yes, you can never find it when you need it.
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Post by zippy on Oct 20, 2016 7:46:50 GMT
As a general rule, I find people are far too tied to their mice and don't learn useful keyboard shortcuts for doing things quickly. Hear, hear - I've just about got my wife using Ctrl-C and Ctrl-V but that's about it. |
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Post by Guest on Oct 20, 2016 7:55:24 GMT
The one that you use to go back a space when you're typing. Well I never knew that and I'm currently writing a book!!? |
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Post by MartinT on Oct 20, 2016 9:17:21 GMT
Ctrl-Z is also vital.
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Post by pre65 on Oct 20, 2016 11:29:19 GMT
Why ? Seems to have no effect on my Lenovo laptop. |
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Post by ChrisB on Oct 20, 2016 13:13:12 GMT
Control-Z is 'Undo'
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Post by MikeMusic on Oct 20, 2016 20:59:50 GMT
Thought it was me or my PC
My way around is the 'back' button on my lovely Logitech wireless mouse
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Post by MartinT on Oct 21, 2016 5:15:50 GMT
These are the key Windows shortcuts which make my life easier, essential to learn:
Ctrl-C Copy
Ctrl-X Cut
Ctrl-V Paste
Ctrl-Z Undo
Ctrl-Y Redo
Ctrl-S Save
Window-E Explorer
Window-R Run
Shift-Enter tight new line
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Post by kettlechips on Oct 21, 2016 8:01:03 GMT
These are the key Windows shortcuts which make my life easier, essential to learn: Ctrl-C Copy Ctrl-X Cut Ctrl-V Paste Ctrl-Z Undo Ctrl-Y Redo Ctrl-S Save Window-E Explorer Window-R Run Shift-Enter tight new line I'd also add
Ctrl-Enter to insert a page break - I use that all the time when working on complex documents, and Ctrl-Tab to switch between browser tabs.
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Post by Barrington on Oct 21, 2016 8:09:59 GMT
Backspace well I never ! I use it all the time when typing but previous page function I was oblivious of , yes Martin you are dead right about being tied to the mouse , guilty as charged |
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Post by MartinT on Oct 21, 2016 9:33:20 GMT
Ctrl-Enter to insert a page break Yes, another good one that I use a lot! |
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Post by pre65 on Oct 21, 2016 10:12:19 GMT
I'm sticking with the mouse. 
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