Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts for Thread Desktop
Thread Desktop supports global shortcuts so you can start and stop recordings without switching back to the app window.
Default recording shortcuts
| Action | macOS | Windows |
|---|---|---|
| Start / Stop Recording | Cmd + Shift + 2 | Ctrl + Shift + 2 |
| Pause / Resume Recording | Cmd + Shift + 3 | Ctrl + Shift + 3 |
| Restart Recording | Cmd + Shift + 4 | Ctrl + Shift + 4 |
Default app shortcuts
| Action | macOS | Windows |
|---|---|---|
| Open Thread | Cmd + Shift + 1 | Ctrl + Shift + 1 |
| Open Preferences | Cmd + , | Ctrl + , |
Notes
- Shortcuts are customizable in Settings > Shortcuts.
- On macOS, global shortcuts may require Accessibility permission.
- If a shortcut does not fire, check for conflicts with other recording or screenshot tools.