Changing default hot keys

You can use a hot key to instantly create a new timed slip from any application. For instance, you may find this key useful if you receive a phone call and want to start timing it right away. The slip's timer will immediately start when you press this key combination. In Billings, you can use hot keys for 2 purposes:

To change the default Hot Keys

  1. Choose Billings > Preferences.
  2. Click Hot Keys.
  3. Select the Use Hot Keys to checkbox.
  4. Click Change.

    A new sheet opens.

  5. Click the button at the right side of the Shortcut box.

    Billings deletes any pre-existing combination for Hot Keys.

  6. Enter a new two or three key combination.

    Note: The first key you choose should be a Modifier key.

  7. Click Done.
  8. Close the Billings Preferences window.

You need atleast 1 Modifier key to define a new hot key. The Modifier keys are Shift, Control, Option, and Command keys.

See also

About Hot Keys