Reconfiguring the RETURN button

[Tomer]

Here's a tough one: In Tiger, when clicking RETURN on a folder or a filename, it activates the Rename function. Where (or how) can I set RETURN to funtion just as double-click?

Thanks, all.

T

 

[ElDiabloConCaca]

Heh... go back to using Windows -- that's one way!

You can try using software like QuicKeys to reassign buttons or attach actions to certain buttons.

 

[Dusky]

Here's a tough one: In Tiger, when clicking RETURN on a folder or a filename, it activates the Rename function. Where (or how) can I set RETURN to funtion just as double-click?

Thanks, all.

T

Command-o isn't good enough for you? Press command with the left thumb and the letter "o" with the ring finger.

 

[dmetzcher]

Changing the return key might cause other issues down the road. You should probably leave it alone, and practice using Command+O for opening files. There are going to be differences between the Mac OS and Windows. Embrace them, don't try to change your Mac to be more like a Windows machine. You'll appreciate having learned the differences and you'll be able to use a Mac, regardless of where you go or what machine you use.

 

[fryke]

Yep. Use Cmd-"O" or Cmd-DownArrow.

 

[dmetzcher]

Cmd-DownArrow.

I had no idea about this one. Makes it even easier because the keys are closer on the Mac portables. Great tip.