How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts in Remote Mouse

February 24, 2020 in Tips & Tricks

In addition to the standard alphabetical keyboard, Remote Mouse provides a Shortcut Bar and a Numeric & Function Keypad. Together, these three input methods cover the full range of shortcuts and key combinations available on a physical keyboard, making it easier to control your computer efficiently from your phone.

The examples below show how Remote Mouse keyboard shortcuts work in real use.

The Shortcut Bar

Shortcut Bar when connecting to Windows or macOS

The Shortcut Bar can be used together with other keyboards and special input panels.
It automatically adapts to the connected computer’s operating system, displaying the appropriate keys for Windows or macOS.

  • The four keys on the left are modifier keys
  • The three keys on the right provide quick controls

Modifier keys can be combined with either the English keyboard or the Numeric & Function Keypad to send shortcut commands.

Sending Keyboard Shortcuts

Because mobile screens do not allow several keys to be pressed simultaneously like a physical keyboard, shortcut combinations are entered step by step.

Tap one or more modifier keys to activate them, then tap a regular key to send the keyboard shortcut. Once the shortcut is sent, all activated modifier keys are automatically released.

Example: Ctrl-Z
Example: Ctrl-Z
Tap Ctrl first, then tap Z
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Touchpad Gestures Made Easy on Your Phone

February 11, 2020 in Tips & Tricks

Your phone’s touch screen can handle almost everything a mouse does. With Remote Mouse, touchpad gestures let you control your computer naturally, without relying on on-screen buttons.

Below is a quick guide to the most common touchpad gestures and what they do.

Basic Cursor Control

Move your finger on the touchpad to control the cursor. Tap once to perform a left click.

Move & Left Click
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