2 Nov
1998
2 Nov
'98
7:01 p.m.
Sam Ismail wrote:
A few computers used the idea (of having single
keypresses map to an
entire BASIC command). My first computer, the Mattel Aquarius, had this
feature too, except it was an option, as opposed to default behavior.
You'd use the CTL (control) key plus a letter to shortcut whole BASIC
keywords, which were printed above the key.
There were several such utilities sold as add-ons for the TRS-80 Mod
One that I recall, and at least a couple for the Color Computer. I
think there were some as well for the Apples and Commodores, but I
didn't pay much attention to those lines. Convenient for non-typists
(among whom I still count myself after decades at the keyboard).
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