jquery - How to simulate F1 pressed in JavaScript function -

jquery - How to simulate F1 pressed in JavaScript function -

i'm developing web solution run in clients existing portal. in portal handle f1 differently default behaviour.

i add together "help" icon solution when clicked simulates pressing f1. of course of study solution cross browser compatible possible final version run solely in net explorer 8 (and compatibility button pressed - grrrr).

i have found numerous functions handle pressing f1 non describes how simulate pressing f1 programmatically.

i'm using jquery 1.8.2 if helps...

thanks in advance

you can utilize grab event in ie:

internet explorer or browser f1 keypress displays own help

and utilize these fire event:

simulate javascript key events http://openwritings.net/public/javascript/simulate-pressing-key

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