if other system preferences work, you could try fixing keyboard preference file.
on the hard drive-Library folder-Preferences folder, locate the file named 'com.apple.keyboardtype.plist' and move it to desktop, then restart.
if keyboard preference pane opens after that, delete the .plist file.
try the same steps with the 'com.apple.Bluetooth.plis' file
if moving files to the desktop does not fix the problem, you can move them back to the original locations.
try at your own risk though.
on the hard drive-Library folder-Preferences folder, locate the file named 'com.apple.keyboardtype.plist' and move it to desktop, then restart.
if keyboard preference pane opens after that, delete the .plist file.
try the same steps with the 'com.apple.Bluetooth.plis' file
if moving files to the desktop does not fix the problem, you can move them back to the original locations.
try at your own risk though.
Jun 26, 2009 7:03 AM
if other system preferences work, you could try fixing keyboard preference file.
on the hard drive-Library folder-Preferences folder, locate the file named 'com.apple.keyboardtype.plist' and move it to desktop, then restart.
if keyboard preference pane opens after that, delete the .plist file.
try the same steps with the 'com.apple.Bluetooth.plis' file
if moving files to the desktop does not fix the problem, you can move them back to the original locations.
try at your own risk though.
on the hard drive-Library folder-Preferences folder, locate the file named 'com.apple.keyboardtype.plist' and move it to desktop, then restart.
if keyboard preference pane opens after that, delete the .plist file.
try the same steps with the 'com.apple.Bluetooth.plis' file
if moving files to the desktop does not fix the problem, you can move them back to the original locations.
try at your own risk though.
Jun 26, 2009 7:03 AM
Hi, Darin!
My short answer = 'No.'
But having answered (and saved) a similar question (or 3), here're a few ideas for you to consider:
ℹ I can think of several ways to accomplish this — but none are nearly as quick-and-easy as using the mouse and a single click on an application's Dock icon — or in this case, the menu. If you're unfamiliar, Apple KnowledgeBase Article #106850: 'About the Dock' explains how to add applications to the Dock.
Perhaps someone more brilliant than I can think of a single-keystroke approach..? Anyway, I'll list some ideas — in case you really want/need to avoid the mouse.
(1) From Finder, (control + F3) moves focus to the Dock »» arrow keys (etc.) move among applications »» opens the selected application.
[To understand other options implied by 'etc.,' see article linked in next item.]
(2) As described in this OS X 10.4 Help article, you can open the Applications folder using ( ⌘-shift-A ) »» then move among applications using any of the shortcuts described in the same article »» opens the selected application.
(3) You can create global shortcuts yourself, as described in another OS X 10.4 Help article — but the article notes that 'You can create keyboard shortcuts only for existing menu commands. You cannot define keyboard shortcuts for general purpose tasks such as opening an application or switching between applications.'
(4) Although Applescript or Automator could accomplish this, too, implementing the script would take as much or more effort than clicking in the Dock (e.g., control-clicking intio a contextual menu)..
There are further keyboard shortcuts available via 'Full Keyboard Access,' Sticky Keys, or mouse keys via System Preferences :: Universal Access. Apple KnowledgeBase Article #75459: 'Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts' describes some of these.
I hope this helps..
Best wishes,
Dean
p.s. Once you've reached System Preferences by whatever means, here's a cool shortcut: The cursor's already poised in the Spotlight box, so just type the first letter or two of the PrefPane or setting you seek. Keep typing or scroll with arrows, if needed, then hit .. Voilá!
My short answer = 'No.'
But having answered (and saved) a similar question (or 3), here're a few ideas for you to consider:
ℹ I can think of several ways to accomplish this — but none are nearly as quick-and-easy as using the mouse and a single click on an application's Dock icon — or in this case, the menu. If you're unfamiliar, Apple KnowledgeBase Article #106850: 'About the Dock' explains how to add applications to the Dock.
Perhaps someone more brilliant than I can think of a single-keystroke approach..? Anyway, I'll list some ideas — in case you really want/need to avoid the mouse.
(1) From Finder, (control + F3) moves focus to the Dock »» arrow keys (etc.) move among applications »» opens the selected application.
[To understand other options implied by 'etc.,' see article linked in next item.]
(2) As described in this OS X 10.4 Help article, you can open the Applications folder using ( ⌘-shift-A ) »» then move among applications using any of the shortcuts described in the same article »» opens the selected application.
(3) You can create global shortcuts yourself, as described in another OS X 10.4 Help article — but the article notes that 'You can create keyboard shortcuts only for existing menu commands. You cannot define keyboard shortcuts for general purpose tasks such as opening an application or switching between applications.'
(4) Although Applescript or Automator could accomplish this, too, implementing the script would take as much or more effort than clicking in the Dock (e.g., control-clicking intio a contextual menu)..
There are further keyboard shortcuts available via 'Full Keyboard Access,' Sticky Keys, or mouse keys via System Preferences :: Universal Access. Apple KnowledgeBase Article #75459: 'Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts' describes some of these.
I hope this helps..
Best wishes,
Dean
p.s. Once you've reached System Preferences by whatever means, here's a cool shortcut: The cursor's already poised in the Spotlight box, so just type the first letter or two of the PrefPane or setting you seek. Keep typing or scroll with arrows, if needed, then hit .. Voilá!
Dec 15, 2005 12:23 PM
Apple System Preferences Ink
Open System Preferences → Keyboard → Shortcuts; In the left menu choose: 'Services' In the right, scroll all the way down to the General, and assign your service some unique hotkey, I choose cmd+shift+L. It's not very fast or anything, but you don't have to run any app or go to the Preferences yourself. Launch System Preferences, go to the Keyboard preference pane, choose the Keyboard Shortcuts tab, and then click on Application Shortcuts. Software for add. It's one of many advanced keyboard shortcuts Apple. Discover the world of wireless keyboards and mice. Find and compare the perfect wireless keyboard and mouse for home or office and shop online.