But the more you deal with the Rules system<\/strong> The more work is done, the clearer it becomes: Because with the Rules feature, Callers Caddy can automate much more than just starting or stopping music. And that's precisely where the desire for custom shortcuts begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, you can also click on many things with the mouse. She is often slower<\/strong>, needs more attention<\/strong> and draws more attention to the screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A shortcut, on the other hand, is direct. This is particularly convenient when you want to react quickly during a call without having to search for a long time or move the mouse through windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shortcuts therefore help to,<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a real convenience advantage, especially for recurring actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And then there's a second problem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not every computer has the same keys in the same shape and easily accessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Function keys are usually readily available on desktop keyboards. In short: Therefore, the next step was actually logical: With version 0.50<\/strong> Can you now get Callers Caddy custom key triggers<\/strong> invest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That means: This allows the software to adapt even better. your computer<\/strong>, your habits<\/strong> and your work style<\/strong> to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The user interface is deliberately kept simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the Rules window<\/strong> Is there now a new button? \u201e+ Key\u201c<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Clicking on it will open a small dialog box. (Note: Some important system keys cannot be used as shortcuts)<\/p>\n\n\n\n The new trigger then appears directly in the trigger list and can be used immediately in a rule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It couldn't be simpler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can use these keys, among others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This means you already have a large range of usefully usable keys at your disposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A custom-created key trigger isn't just for the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If at least one rule is linked to it, this trigger will be automatically saved and restored the next time Callers Caddy is started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So you don't have to set everything up again every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is especially important for callers who want to gradually build their own setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One technical point is particularly important \u2013 even if you might not consciously notice it in everyday life:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The new key triggers fire not<\/strong>, when a text field or search function is currently active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That means: This protects against unintentional actions and makes the new feature suitable for everyday use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Or, to put it more simply: Caller's Caddy is much more than just a player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The flexible rules system allows each caller to create many sequences that suit their own style. This is precisely why the available keys eventually became a limiting factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As more and more things can be automated, the desire to automate them almost automatically grows., to trigger more of them at the touch of a button<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The freely assignable keys are therefore not a nice extra, but a rather logical extension of the existing concept:<\/p>\n\n\n\n More freedom in the rules system also requires more freedom in shortcuts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n With version 0.50, Callers Caddy becomes a bit more flexible again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The new freely assignable key triggers help you to control your own workflows even more directly via the keyboard \u2013 tailored to your computer and your way of calling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Instead of limiting yourself to a few fixed keys, you can now decide for yourself what works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n And that is often the difference between software that you merely use \u2013 and software that truly feels like your own tool.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Anyone who calls from a laptop or PC quickly encounters the problem: there are more things you want to do with a single keystroke than there are conveniently available keys. 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12 function keys are quickly not enough.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy shortcuts are so valuable in the everyday life of a caller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
But mouse control has a disadvantage in everyday caller life:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One press of a button \u2013 and the action begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
The problem: Not every computer is the same.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The situation is often different with laptops:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
The best button is not the same for every caller.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If Caller's Caddy has become so flexible, then the Flexible keyboard shortcuts<\/strong> be.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNew in Callers Caddy 0.50: Freely assignable key triggers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You are no longer limited to the previous standard shortcuts, but can define them yourself., which key<\/strong> should trigger a specific action.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt works that simply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Then you simply press the desired button \u2013 and Callers Caddy recognizes it automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich keys are supported?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Particularly convenient: Custom triggers are retained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Securely solved: No interruptions while writing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When you type or search for text somewhere, that input always takes priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shortcuts are meant to help \u2013 not to bother.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy this feature was a logical next step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n