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What is Caret Browsing?

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Caret Browsing is a feature in web browsers or text-based applications that allows users to select and manipulate text using only the keyboard.

Features

Caret Mode Activation:

When caret mode is enabled, a blinking text pointer (caret) appears on the screen. It allows users to move the cursor using the arrow keys, similar to a standard text editor, to select or copy text.

How to Activate:

Press the F7 key in most browsers to enable or disable caret browsing mode. However, this feature might not work if it is disabled in the browser's settings.

Use Cases

  • Useful in situations where using a mouse is difficult or not possible.
  • Enhances precision when navigating text, especially with screen readers.

Supported Browsers

Caret browsing is supported in major web browsers like Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, and Firefox.

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