Hot Keys
Turn complex keyboard shortcuts into single-tap screen buttons. Open files, folders, web pages, or execute macros instantly from your UltraBARX.
How to Configure
Set up your Hot Keys widget in a few simple steps.
Add the Hot Key widget
In Ultra WorkSpace, drag the "Hot Key" widget from the right panel onto your CoreBar screen simulator.
Name your Hot Key
Enter a clear, descriptive name like "Show Desktop", "Open Terminal", or "Company Portal" so you can identify it instantly.
Choose an icon
Select from the built-in icon library or upload your own for quick visual identification at a glance.
Set the action
Choose from four action types:
- Shortcut — press any keyboard combination (e.g.,
Win + D) - Open File — select any file on your computer
- Open Folder — open a folder in File Explorer
- Open URL — launch any website in your default browser
D + Win works the same as Win + D.Deploy to CoreBar
Click "Deploy". Your Hot Key appears as a tap-able button on your UltraBARX screen. Tap it — the action triggers instantly on your PC.
When to Use It
Real-world scenarios where Hot Keys speed up your workflow.
Office Productivity
One-tap access to company portals, internal systems, or shared folders — no more hunting for bookmarks.
Gaming & Streaming
Map Win + G to open Game Bar, or Alt + Z for NVIDIA overlay — stay in game.
Development
Open your project folder, launch VS Code, or run a build command — all with a single tap.