Tab key facts for kids
The tab key is a useful button on your computer keyboard. You can usually find it on the far left side, just above the caps lock key. It helps you move around quickly when you are typing or using different computer programs.
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What the Tab Key Does
The tab key has a few important jobs. It helps you organize text and move between different parts of a program.
Moving Text with Tabs
When you are writing in a program like a word processor, the tab key helps you line up your text neatly. Instead of pressing the space bar many times, you can press the tab key once. This moves your cursor (the blinking line that shows where you are typing) to a special spot called a tab stop. Tab stops are like invisible markers that help you create organized lists or columns of text.
The tab key is also great for moving around in computer programs without using your mouse. In most programs with a visual display, pressing the tab key will move your focus from one button, box, or menu to the next. This means you can easily fill out forms or click on options just by using your keyboard. For example, if you are filling out an online form, you can type your name in one box, then press tab to jump to the next box for your address.
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Example of TABs in HTML
See also
In Spanish: Tabulador para niños
