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RenderWave Keyboard Shortcuts
Every key, every action. Memorize the panics first, then the recalls.
Last updated May 2026
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| ESC | Panic / blackout (double-tap exits fullscreen) |
| Space | Play / pause animation |
| Arrow Keys | Previous / next shader |
| Tab | Toggle parameters panel |
| Cmd + E | Effects Panel |
| Cmd + B | Shader Browser |
| Cmd + F | Fullscreen |
| Cmd + , | Settings |
| Cmd + S | Save current state as preset |
| 0 - 9 | Quick preset recall |
Why ESC matters most
The ESC key is your single emergency exit during a live show — a single tap blacks out the output and resets the current shader. Double-tap to exit fullscreen without killing the program. Burn this into muscle memory before any gig.