Key Pressed
Press a key and get detailed information about it
Pressed key
About this tool
Detect key presses in real-time and get detailed information about the pressed keys. This tool is useful for testing keyboard input, debugging web applications, and understanding how different keys are interpreted by browsers.- 100% free. No registration required.
- Runs in the browser. No data is sent to the server.
Limits
Unlimited usage via the browser.Tips
- The output includes the key value, legacy keyCode, physical code, and modifier key state.
- Useful for debugging keyboard event handlers in JavaScript applications.
- Test how different keys are interpreted across various browsers and operating systems.
- Works with regular keys, function keys, arrow keys, and modifier keys like Shift, Ctrl, and Alt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Key Pressed tool show?
It displays the key value, legacy keyCode, physical code, and whether Alt, Ctrl, Shift, or Meta was held.Why is this useful for developers?
It helps developers debug keyboard event handlers in JavaScript applications and verify how different keys are reported by the browser.Is my keyboard input sent to a server?
No, key detection happens directly in your browser. Your keystrokes are not sent to a server.Does the tool work with special keys like arrow keys and function keys?
Yes, it works with regular keys, function keys, arrow keys, and modifier keys.Is the tool free to use?
Yes, the tool is completely free to use with no account required and no usage limits when used in your browser.