How to Set Up Shortcut Keys

Customizing shortcut keys on your Huion pen tablet or pen display can significantly improve your workflow, whether you're drawing, designing, editing, or writing. By assigning frequently used commands to your tablet's express keys, dial, touch ring, or touch bar, you can work faster and more efficiently. Below is a step-by-step guide to setting up and troubleshooting shortcut keys on your Huion device.

How to Assign Shortcut Keys on a Huion Tablet

1. Install the Latest Huion Driver
   1. Visit our official website and download the latest driver for your model. 
   2. Install the driver and restart your computer if necessary. You can refer to these articles:
      • How to Install Huion Drivers on Windows
      • How to Install Huion Driver on MacOS
      • How to Install and Uninstall the Drivers on Linux Devices
2. Open the Huion Tablet Driver
   1. Windows: Click the Huion icon in the system tray (located in the bottom-right corner).
   2. Mac: Open the Huion driver from the Applications folder.
3. Step 3: Navigate to Shortcut Key Settings
   1. In the driver, go to the "Pen Display" or "Pen Tablet" tab, then "Press Key".
      
   2. Select the press key, dial, touch ring, or touch bar you want to customize.
   3. If you want to customize your pen buttons, select "Digital Pen" instead, then "Press Key".
      
4. Assign a Function
   1. Click on the key you want to configure.
      
   2. Choose from preset options like:
      1. Keyboard shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl+Z for undo)
      2. Mouse clicks (e.g., right-click, middle-click)
      3. Application-specific functions (e.g., brush size adjustment in Photoshop)
   3. The shortcuts are automatically saved when using v15 drivers.
5. Test Your Shortcuts
   • Open your preferred software (e.g., Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint) and test the assigned shortcuts to ensure they work correctly.

Advanced Customization

Please refer to this article if you wish to set up app-specific shortcuts: How to Customize Press Keys and Digital Pen Button Functions for Specific Software.

Resetting Shortcuts to Default

1. Open the Huion driver.
2. Go to the "Settings" and then select the "Backup" tab.
3. Click "Default Setting" to restore all shortcuts to the default.
4. Confirm to reset all keys.

Troubleshooting Shortcut Key Issues

If your shortcuts aren't working:

1. Reinstall the Huion driver to ensure compatibility.
2. Check the USB or data connection—reconnect the tablet if needed.
3. Disable conflicting software (e.g., multiple Huion tablet drivers or drivers from other brands).
4. Test in different applications to rule out software-specific issues.
5. Ensure the Huion driver is running with administrator access - go to "Settings"> "General" tab > click the "Administrator privileges" button if you see it, confirm granting of the access, and wait for the driver to refresh.

Need More Help?

For additional support:

• Visit our support page using this link: Submit a ticket
• Contact Huion customer service via email at service@huion.com

Customizing your Huion's shortcuts can streamline your creative process's different configurations to find what works best for you!