Using keyboard shortcuts in OverDrive for Windows (desktop)

You can use the following keyboard commands in OverDrive for Windows (desktop) to aid in accessibility.

Basics

  • Download parts: Ctrl + D
  • Transfer a title to a device: Ctrl + T
  • Burn a title to a CD: Ctrl + B
  • Title properties: Alt + Enter
  • Delete a title: Del
  • Close OverDrive window: Alt + F4
  • Help: F1

OverDrive Media Explorer (audiobook player)

  • Play/Pause: Ctrl + P
  • Stop playback: Ctrl + S
  • Previous part: Ctrl + Shift + Left arrow
  • Next part: Ctrl + Shift + Right arrow
  • Previous MediaMarker: Ctrl + Left arrow
  • Next MediaMarker: Ctrl + Right arrow
  • Mute sound: F8
  • Volume down: F9
  • Volume up: F10
  • Change play speed to "Slow" (0.6 times normal): Ctrl + 1
  • Change play speed to "Normal": Ctrl + 2
  • Change play speed to "Fast" (1.2 times normal): Ctrl + 3
  • Change play speed to "Faster" (1.4 times normal): Ctrl + 4
  • Change play speed to "Fastest" (2 times normal): Ctrl + 5
  • Fast forward (5 times normal): Ctrl + 6
  • Skip back 15 seconds: Ctrl + Shift + B
  • Resume from most recently played point: Ctrl + Shift + R
  • Resume from furthest played point: Ctrl + Shift + F
  • Add a bookmark: Ctrl + B
  • Manage bookmarks: Ctrl + M
  • Close OverDrive Media Explorer window: Esc
Last Updated: 08 December 2023 09:15 AM