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Keyboard Controls

Build fully interactive typewriter experiences with keyboard shortcuts and accessibility features. Essential for creating user-controlled animations with proper focus management and ARIA support.

Intermediate
Keyboard shortcutsInteractive controlsARIA supportFocus managementAccessible navigation
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💡 Implementation Tips

  • Implement keyboard event listeners for play, pause, reset, and speed control
  • Add visual indicators for active controls and current keyboard focus
  • Include proper ARIA labels and keyboard navigation for accessibility
  • Create intuitive keyboard shortcuts that follow standard UI conventions
  • Provide visual feedback for keyboard interactions and control states

Use Cases​

  • Interactive Demos: User-controlled animations and presentations with keyboard navigation
  • Accessibility Showcases: Demonstrate keyboard-only navigation and screen reader support
  • Educational Tools: Interactive tutorials where users control pacing and progression
  • Gaming Interfaces: Keyboard-controlled text animations and interactive storytelling
  • Developer Tools: Code demonstrations with user-controlled execution and timing