Tip #3641 - Vista Key Alarms
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Vista
Key Alarms
Ever since we ran
the Caps Lock Alarm
tip for Windows XP last week, I've had several people ask me how to do
it in the new Windows Vista operating system. Those of you who have already
upgraded may be left in the dark on a few simple procedures, but on a
positive note, I'm here to help. I'm so excited to tell you how to do
this, so let's get to it!
In Vista, go to Start,
Control Panel and click on the Ease of Access
link. This is the same as the Accessibility Options in XP. From there,
click on the link that says "Change how your keyboard works."
Once you're in that window, go down to the middle of the page and checkmark
the box that says "Turn on Toggle Keys." This
will then activate a beeping sound every time you hit the Caps Lock, Num
Lock or Scroll Lock keys on your keyboard.
Go ahead and give
your keyboard a try. Hit the Caps Lock key and you'll hear a beeping noise.
You can then do the same for the Num Lock and Scroll Lock keys. These
are keys that we all accidentally hit every once in awhile, but with this
alarm, you won't have to worry about messing up what you're working on
(typing in all caps, for example). This gives you a simple warning and
you can then go and undo the key you hit. After that, you can just go
on with your day and all will be perfect!
~ Erin
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