Send Function Keys

This is pre-build action located under @Generic element, instructs the Avo Assure to perform the function that is given in the input value and save the result in dynamic variable.

Syntax

Input Value: <function key>;<number>(Optional)

Argument
Description

<function key>

(Required)

This is used to perform a specific function or command.

<number>

(Optional)

The number of times the function key should be pressed or preform.

Output Value:

Argument
Description

<Dynamic Variable>(Optional);<Dynamic Variable>(Optional)

This variable stores the status as true or false

Example

Sends a specified function key to preform application The Send Function Keys action takes the value from the Input Value column (e.g., F5;3) and simulates pressing the specified function key (e.g., F5). If a number is provided (3), the key will be pressed that many times; otherwise, it defaults to one press. The result of the action is stored in the {SendKey} variable, with the following possible values:

  • True – if the key are sent successfully.

  • False – if sending fails or an error occurs.

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