Keypress
noun
A keystroke or action performed by pressing a key on a keyboard.
Pressing the 'Enter' key sends a keypress to the computer.

Often appears as...
- keyboard input
- key action
Usage tips
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General
noun
A keystroke or action performed by pressing a key on a keyboard.
Pressing the 'Enter' key sends a keypress to the computer.

Often appears as...
- keyboard input
- key action
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1

Context
When using 'keypress', it is best applied in discussions about computing or keyboard functions.
In a coding tutorial, the instructor might say, 'Make sure your program can respond to each keypress.'
Clarity
To ensure clarity, specify which key is being pressed when discussing keypress events.
In documentation, one might write, 'The 'A' keypress registers as input.'
Formal Use
In technical writing, use 'keypress' when discussing software functionality to maintain a formal tone.
An academic paper might state, 'The analysis included the frequency of keypress events in data collection.'
Context
When using 'keypress', it is best applied in discussions about computing or keyboard functions.
In a coding tutorial, the instructor might say, 'Make sure your program can respond to each keypress.'
Clarity
To ensure clarity, specify which key is being pressed when discussing keypress events.
In documentation, one might write, 'The 'A' keypress registers as input.'
Formal Use
In technical writing, use 'keypress' when discussing software functionality to maintain a formal tone.
An academic paper might state, 'The analysis included the frequency of keypress events in data collection.'
Context
When using 'keypress', it is best applied in discussions about computing or keyboard functions.
In a coding tutorial, the instructor might say, 'Make sure your program can respond to each keypress.'
Clarity
To ensure clarity, specify which key is being pressed when discussing keypress events.
In documentation, one might write, 'The 'A' keypress registers as input.'
Formal Use
In technical writing, use 'keypress' when discussing software functionality to maintain a formal tone.
An academic paper might state, 'The analysis included the frequency of keypress events in data collection.'
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