How to use sticky modifier keys
You can enable the sticky modifier keys from Karabiner-Elements Settings > Simple modifications.
![to-keys@2x.png](/docs/help/how-to/sticky-modifier-key/images/to-keys@2x.png)
Note
The sticky modifier keys acts as general modifier key while you are pressing and holding down the key.
For example, the following operation result is AA
instead of Aa
.
- Press
sticky left shift
key - Press
a
key - Release
a
key - Press
a
key - Release
a
key - Release
sticky left shift
key
If you want to disable this feature, use sticky modifier key (pressing and holding down is disabled)
.
Sticky modifier key indicator
Sticky modifier key indicator will be shown while the sticky modifiers are active.
![sticky-modifier-key-indicator@2x.png](/docs/help/how-to/sticky-modifier-key/images/sticky-modifier-key-indicator@2x.png)
You can hide the indicator from Karabiner-Elements Settings > UI.
![indicator-configuration@2x.png](/docs/help/how-to/sticky-modifier-key/images/indicator-configuration@2x.png)
Sticky modifiers and mouse events
The sticky modifiers are not deactivate by mouse buttons if you are not enabled the mouse.
There are two solutions:
- Deactivate sticky modifier by press the sticky modifier key again.
- Enable your mouse on Devices.