To enable the keyboard shortcut that allows you to quickly turn High Contrast mode on or off, follow these steps:
By enabling this shortcut, you can toggle the High Contrast setting using the Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen keys. High Contrast mode is an accessibility feature that changes the color scheme on your computer screen to improve visibility, often by using darker backgrounds and bright text.
Steps to Enable the High Contrast Shortcut
Follow these instructions to find and activate the option for the High Contrast keyboard shortcut:
- Open the Control Panel: Locate and open the Control Panel application on your computer.
- Click Ease of Access: Within the Control Panel, find and click on the "Ease of Access" category.
- Select Ease of Access Center: In the Ease of Access section, choose "Ease of Access Center."
- Click "Make the computer easier to see": This option is found within the Ease of Access Center and contains various visual settings.
- Check the High Contrast Shortcut Option: Scroll down to find the section related to High Contrast. Make sure the box next to the option like "Turn on or off High Contrast when..." (often specifies the key combination like Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen) is checked. This action enables the keyboard shortcut.
- Click OK: Click the "OK" or "Apply" button at the bottom of the window to save your changes.
Once these steps are completed, you can use the specified keyboard combination (typically Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen) to instantly switch High Contrast mode on or off.
This method is particularly useful for users who need to quickly toggle between standard display settings and a high contrast view depending on their current task or visual needs.
