Kbd

A kbd element names a key or a combination in running text: ⌘K, Ctrl+K, Esc. It is a leaf directive, so it stands on its own line rather than inside a sentence.

Syntax

::kbd[Ctrl+K]

Options

None. The text between the brackets is shown as written.

Example

Ctrl+K Esc

Notes

• Use the platform's own label when the docs target one platform. For both, write a sentence with each: "Press ⌘K on macOS or Ctrl+K elsewhere."
• The component does not switch ⌘ to Ctrl for you; that needs a client script, and the text should read correctly without one.
• For a key inside a sentence, write <kbd> in HTML or a code span; the directive is block-level.