Keyboard Shortcuts

Master Berri's global shortcuts for instant access

Berri provides powerful global keyboard shortcuts that work from anywhere on your system.

Primary Global Shortcuts

| ⌃ + E | Toggle Berri | Show/hide Berri instantly |

Module Shortcuts (Dynamic Assignment)

⚠️ CRITICAL CONCEPT: Module shortcuts are NOT fixed!

How Dynamic Shortcuts Work

Berri assigns shortcuts based on the order modules appear in your PowerStrip.

Rule: The order you see in your PowerStrip (top-to-bottom or left-to-right) determines shortcuts:

• 1st visible module → Control+1
• 2nd visible module → Control+2
• 3rd visible module → Control+3
• 4th visible module → Control+4
• 5th visible module → Control+5
• And so on up to Control+9...

Example: Sarah's Setup

Sarah enabled these modules during onboarding (in this order):

1. Notes

2. Clipboard

3. Files

4. Browse

Her shortcuts are:

• Control+1 → Notes
• Control+2 → Clipboard
• Control+3 → Files
• Control+4 → Browse

Example: Mike's Setup

Mike enabled different modules (in this order):

1. Clipboard

2. Browse

3. Notes

His shortcuts are:

• Control+1 → Clipboard (NOT Notes!)
• Control+2 → Browse
• Control+3 → Notes

Notice: Same modules, different order = different shortcuts!

Special Shortcuts (Exceptions to the Rule)

Two websites have dedicated shortcuts regardless of position:

• YouTube → Control+Y (if visible)
• Gmail → Control+G (if visible)

All other modules follow the order-based rule.

How to Check YOUR Shortcuts

Your shortcuts depend on YOUR customization. To check:

Option 1: Visual Method

1. Open Berri to Hover view

2. Look at your PowerStrip icons (top-to-bottom for vertical, left-to-right for horizontal)

3. Count visible items (skip Settings)

4. First = Control+1, second = Control+2, etc.

Option 2: Settings Method

1. Settings → PowerStrip Customization

2. View "Visible Modules" section

3. Count from top to bottom

4. First = Control+1, second = Control+2, etc.

Option 3: Keyboard Shortcuts Page

1. Settings → Keyboard Shortcuts

2. See complete list with current assignments

Why Dynamic Shortcuts?

This system gives you flexibility:

• You control priority: Put most-used module first (Control+1 is easiest)
• No hardcoded limitations: Any module can be Control+1
• Natural organization: Visual order matches keyboard order

Changing Your Shortcuts

Want a specific module on Control+1?

1. Go to Settings → PowerStrip Customization

2. Drag that module to the first position

3. Shortcuts update automatically!

Example: Sarah wants Clipboard on Control+1 instead of Notes.

• She drags Clipboard above Notes in PowerStrip Customization
• Now: Control+1 = Clipboard, Control+2 = Notes

📖 Learn More: See [Customizing Your PowerStrip](/guide/interface-navigation/pill-customization) for full customization guide.

Modules Without Default Shortcuts

Some modules are hidden by default and have no shortcut until you enable them:

• Snipping Tool - Must enable in PowerStrip Customization
• Google Meet - Must enable in PowerStrip Customization
• Screen Capture - Must enable in PowerStrip Customization

Once enabled, they follow the same order-based rule (or you can assign custom shortcuts manually).

How Global Shortcuts Work

System-Wide Access

• Works Everywhere: Shortcuts work from any application, even when Berri isn't focused
• Instant Access: No need to click or find Berri - just press the shortcut
• Mode-Aware: Automatically opens the appropriate view mode
• Efficient Workflow: Keep working in other apps while accessing Berri features

Shortcut Behavior

• Toggle Berri (Control+E): Show Berri if hidden, hide if visible
• Module Shortcuts (Control+1-9):
• If Berri is hidden, shows Berri and opens that module
• If Berri is visible, switches to that module
• If already on that module, hides Berri

Troubleshooting Shortcuts

Shortcut Not Working?

1. Check Accessibility Permissions: System Settings → Privacy & Security → Accessibility

2. Verify Module Visibility: Hidden modules don't have shortcuts

3. Check Module Order: Your shortcut may have changed if you reordered modules

4. Restart Berri: Sometimes required after permission changes

Wrong Module Opening?

• You may have reordered modules. Check Settings → PowerStrip Customization to see current order.
• Remember: Shortcuts follow visual order, not alphabetical or any fixed pattern.

Shortcut Conflicts?

• If another app uses the same shortcut, macOS may prioritize it
• Consider reordering modules to use a different Control+# shortcut
• Or disable the conflicting shortcut in the other app

Pro Tips

Muscle Memory

• Practice Daily: Use shortcuts instead of clicking for faster access
• Start with Control+E: Master the toggle first, then add module shortcuts
• Customize Your Setup: Put your most-used module on Control+1

Workflow Integration

• Quick Tasks: Keep Berri hidden, use shortcuts when needed
• Focus Mode: Use Control+E during presentations or deep focus work
• Module Hopping: Jump between modules with Control+1-9 without using mouse

Efficiency Tips

• Reorder for Speed: Put frequently-used modules on Control+1, Control+2, Control+3
• Hide Unused Modules: Keeps your shortcuts predictable and consistent
• Learn Your Numbers: Memorize which Control+# opens which module in YOUR setup

Summary

Key Takeaway: Don't memorize "Control+4 is always Notes." Instead, think:

• "My first module is Notes, so Control+1 opens Notes"
• "I can change this anytime by reordering"

This gives you complete control over your workflow!