Recording
Keyboard Shortcuts
MouseViz keyboard shortcuts for recording, markers, and notes.
Recording Shortcuts
| Action | Default |
|---|---|
| Start / Stop Recording | Configurable in Settings |
| Pause / Resume | Configurable in Settings |
All recording shortcuts are customizable in Settings > Shortcuts.
Task Markers
Place markers during a recording session to flag moments of interest:
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Generic marker | ⌘⇧M |
| Numbered marker (1–9) | ⌘1 through ⌘9 |
Markers appear on the timeline and can be used to segment heatmaps by task.
Quick Notes
| Action | Shortcut |
|---|---|
| Add a quick note | ⌘⇧N |
A floating text input appears — type your observation and press Return. Notes are attached to the current timestamp in the session.
Customizing Shortcuts
- Open MouseViz > Settings > Shortcuts.
- Click on the shortcut you want to change.
- Press your desired key combination.
- The new shortcut takes effect immediately.
URL Schemes
For deeper automation, MouseViz supports URL schemes that can be triggered from Terminal, Raycast, Alfred, Keyboard Maestro, or custom scripts. See the URL Scheme API for the full reference.