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+# cycleCAD Keyboard Shortcuts Reference
+
+Complete keyboard shortcut guide for all cycleCAD features across all workspaces.
+
+---
+
+## SKETCH WORKSPACE
+
+### Drawing Tools
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Alternative |
+|----------|--------|-------------|
+| `L` | Line tool | Click toolbar icon |
+| `R` | Rectangle tool | Click toolbar icon |
+| `C` | Circle tool | Click toolbar icon |
+| `A` | Arc tool | Cycle through arc modes with repeated presses |
+| `P` | Polyline tool | Multiple connected lines/arcs |
+| `S` | Spline tool | Smooth curve through points |
+| `T` | Text tool | Add annotations to sketch |
+
+### Sketch Constraints
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Co` | Coincident constraint | Point to point, or point to line |
+| `H` | Horizontal constraint | Apply to line segments |
+| `V` | Vertical constraint | Apply to line segments |
+| `Pe` | Perpendicular constraint | Two lines at 90° angle |
+| `Pa` | Parallel constraint | Two lines never intersect |
+| `Ta` | Tangent constraint | Line to circle, or two curves |
+| `Eq` | Equal constraint | Lines same length, or circles same radius |
+| `F` | Fixed constraint | Lock point or line in place |
+| `Cc` | Concentric constraint | Circles share same center |
+| `Sy` | Symmetric constraint | Points mirror across line |
+| `D` | Distance constraint | Between two points or point to line |
+| `An` | Angle constraint | Between two lines (in degrees) |
+
+### Sketch Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Esc` | Exit sketch / Deselect | Return to 3D view |
+| `Del` | Delete selected | Delete points, lines, or constraints |
+| `Ctrl+Z` | Undo | Revert last action |
+| `Ctrl+Y` | Redo | Revert undo |
+| `V` | Fit/Zoom all | Show entire sketch in view |
+| `Shift+V` | Fit selected | Zoom to selected geometry |
+| `Spacebar` | Pan (hold + drag) | Move view around |
+| `Right-click + drag` | Rotate view | Only in 3D (not available in sketch mode) |
+
+### Construction Geometry
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Shift+C` | Toggle construction | Make line/circle dashed (reference only) |
+| `Shift+G` | Toggle geometry | Convert between construction and regular |
+
+---
+
+## SOLID WORKSPACE
+
+### Base Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Alternative |
+|----------|--------|-------------|
+| `E` | Extrude | Pull 2D sketch into 3D |
+| `R` | Revolve | Rotate profile around axis |
+| `Sw` | Sweep | Move profile along path |
+| `Lo` | Loft | Interpolate between profiles |
+
+### Modification Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Fi` | Fillet | Round edges smoothly |
+| `Ch` | Chamfer | Bevel edges at angle |
+| `Sh` | Shell | Make hollow with wall thickness |
+| `Dr` | Draft | Apply taper angle for molding |
+
+### Pattern Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Pr` | Rectangular Pattern | Array in X and Y directions |
+| `Pc` | Circular Pattern | Array around central axis |
+| `Mi` | Mirror | Reflect across plane |
+
+### Boolean Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Bu` | Boolean Union | Combine two bodies |
+| `Bc` | Boolean Cut | Subtract one body from another |
+| `Bi` | Boolean Intersect | Keep only overlapping volume |
+
+### Advanced Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Bo` | Boundary Surface | Create surface bounded by edges |
+| `Rb` | Rib/Web | Add reinforcing wall |
+| `Th` | Thicken | Convert surface to solid |
+
+### Solid Workspace Navigation
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Esc` | Cancel operation | Exit current tool |
+| `Del` | Delete feature | Remove from feature tree |
+| `V` | Fit/Zoom all | Show entire model |
+| `Shift+V` | Fit selected | Zoom to selected feature |
+| `Right-click + drag` | Rotate view | Rotate 3D model |
+| `Spacebar + drag` | Pan | Move view left/right/up/down |
+| `Scroll wheel` | Zoom in/out | Scroll to magnify |
+| `Middle-click + drag` | Pan | Alternative pan method |
+
+---
+
+## ASSEMBLY WORKSPACE
+
+### Assembly Operations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `I` | Insert Component | Add part to assembly |
+
+### Joint Types
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Type |
+|----------|--------|------|
+| `Jr` | Rigid Joint | Fixed (no movement) |
+| `Jh` | Revolute Joint | Rotation around axis (hinge) |
+| `Js` | Slider Joint | Translation along axis |
+| `Jb` | Ball Joint | Rotation in all directions |
+| `Jp` | Planar Joint | Translation in plane, rotation around normal |
+| `Jc` | Cylinder Joint | Rotation and translation around same axis |
+
+### Assembly Tools
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Ex` | Explode View | Create animated explosion |
+| `Cc` | Collision Detection | Find interference between parts |
+
+---
+
+## CAM WORKSPACE
+
+### CAM Setup and Tools
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Su` | CAM Setup | Define workpiece and machine |
+| `Tl` | Tool Library | Manage cutting tools |
+
+### 2D Toolpaths
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Purpose |
+|----------|--------|---------|
+| `Cn` | Contour | Mill outer profile |
+| `Pk` | Pocket | Mill enclosed area |
+| `Dr` | Drill | Plunge and tap operation |
+
+### 3D Toolpaths
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Purpose |
+|----------|--------|---------|
+| `Rg` | Roughing | Remove bulk material |
+| `Fn` | Finishing | Fine cuts for surface quality |
+
+### CAM Output
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Gc` | Export G-Code | Generate .NC/.GCode file |
+| `Pv` | Preview Tool Path | Simulate cutting operation |
+
+---
+
+## DRAWING WORKSPACE
+
+### Drawing Views
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Ns` | New Sheet | Create new drawing page |
+| `Or` | Orthographic View | Front/Top/Right projections |
+| `Se` | Section View | Cross-section/sectional view |
+| `De` | Detail View | Enlarged view of area |
+
+### Dimensions and Annotations
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Ad` | Automatic Dimensions | Extract from 3D constraints |
+| `D` | Manual Dimension | Add custom dimensions |
+| `Gt` | GD&T | Add geometric tolerance frame |
+| `T` | Text | Add notes and annotations |
+
+### Title and Layout
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Tb` | Title Block | Add drawing title/info block |
+
+---
+
+## RENDER WORKSPACE
+
+### Materials
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Ma` | Apply Material | Assign color/finish to surface |
+
+### Lighting and Environment
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Sl` | Studio Lighting | Professional 3-point light setup |
+| `En` | Environment Map | HDRI background/reflections |
+
+### Animation
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Tu` | Turntable | Auto-rotating animation |
+| `Sb` | Storyboard | Keyframe-based animation |
+| `Rs` | Render Settings | Quality/resolution config |
+
+---
+
+## SIMULATION WORKSPACE
+
+### Analysis Types
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Ss` | Stress Simulation | Von Mises stress analysis |
+| `Df` | Deformation | Displacement under load |
+| `Th` | Thermal | Heat transfer analysis |
+| `Mo` | Modal | Natural frequency/vibration |
+
+---
+
+## INSPECTION WORKSPACE
+
+### Analysis Tools
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Me` | Measurement | Distance/angle/radius measurement |
+| `Sc` | Section Analysis | Cross-section viewing |
+| `Cv` | Curvature Analysis | Surface curvature visualization |
+| `Dr` | Draft Analysis | Mold undercut detection |
+| `Zb` | Zebra Stripe | Surface smoothness reflection check |
+
+---
+
+## DATA MANAGEMENT
+
+### Version Control
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Sv` | Save Version | Create design checkpoint |
+| `Rs` | Restore Version | Revert to previous version |
+
+### Import/Export
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Format |
+|----------|--------|--------|
+| `Im` | Import | Load external file |
+| `Ex` | Export | Save as another format |
+| `St` | Export STL | 3D printing format |
+| `Dx` | Export DXF | 2D CAD format |
+| `Pd` | Export PDF | Document format |
+
+### Collaboration
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Sh` | Share Design | Create shareable link |
+| `Co` | Comments | Add feedback annotations |
+
+---
+
+## GENERAL SHORTCUTS
+
+### Global Navigation
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Context |
+|----------|--------|---------|
+| `Esc` | Exit current tool / Deselect | All workspaces |
+| `Del` | Delete selected | All workspaces |
+| `Ctrl+Z` | Undo | All workspaces |
+| `Ctrl+Y` | Redo | All workspaces |
+| `Ctrl+S` | Save | All workspaces |
+| `Ctrl+Shift+S` | Save As | All workspaces |
+
+### View Control
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `V` | Fit/Zoom all | Show entire geometry |
+| `Shift+V` | Fit selected | Zoom to selected |
+| `Spacebar + drag` | Pan | Move view |
+| `Right-click + drag` | Rotate (3D) | 3D view only |
+| `Scroll wheel` | Zoom in/out | Mouse wheel |
+| `1-6` | Preset views | Front (1), Top (2), Right (3), Back (4), Bottom (5), Isometric (6) |
+
+### Selection
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Click` | Select single | Click on element |
+| `Shift+Click` | Multi-select | Hold shift, click additional elements |
+| `Ctrl+A` | Select All | Select all geometry in current view |
+| `Ctrl+Click` | Toggle selection | Click to add/remove from selection |
+
+### Feature Tree (Left Panel)
+
+| Shortcut | Action | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| `Double-click` | Edit feature | Double-click feature in tree |
+| `Right-click` | Context menu | Delete, suppress, rename, etc. |
+| `Arrow keys` | Navigate tree | Up/down in feature list |
+| `Expand/Collapse` | Tree visibility | Click arrow next to feature |
+
+---
+
+## WORKSPACE SHORTCUTS
+
+### Switch Workspaces
+
+| Shortcut | Workspace | Notes |
+|----------|-----------|-------|
+| `Shift+1` | Sketch | Create/edit 2D sketches |
+| `Shift+2` | Solid | 3D modeling operations |
+| `Shift+3` | Assembly | Multi-part assemblies |
+| `Shift+4` | CAM | Manufacturing tool paths |
+| `Shift+5` | Drawing | 2D engineering drawings |
+| `Shift+6` | Render | Visualization and animation |
+| `Shift+7` | Simulation | Stress/thermal/modal analysis |
+| `Shift+8` | Inspection | Measurement and analysis |
+| `Shift+9` | Data | Versions, import/export, collab |
+
+---
+
+## ADVANCED TIPS
+
+### Chord Selection in Sketches
+- While drawing with Line/Polyline, hold `Shift` to constrain to 45° angles
+- Useful for creating aligned geometry quickly
+
+### Quick Constraint Toggle
+- After placing a dimension, press `D` again to edit the value immediately
+- No need to double-click (saves time)
+
+### Multi-Edit in Tree
+- Click feature in tree, then hold `Shift` and click another feature
+- Both features highlighted and can be operated on together
+
+### View Presets
+- Press `1` for Front view
+- Press `2` for Top view
+- Press `3` for Right Side view
+- Press `6` for Isometric (3D view)
+- These work in all workspaces
+
+### Fast Feature Toggle
+- Click eye icon in tree to hide/show feature
+- Quickly verify design without deleting features
+
+### Undo/Redo Unlimited
+- `Ctrl+Z` and `Ctrl+Y` work through entire history
+- No limit to undo depth (limited only by RAM)
+
+### Adaptive Selection
+- Many tools auto-detect input type
+- If sketch exists, Extrude auto-selects it
+- If hole feature exists, Pattern auto-selects it
+- Saves time in workflows
+
+---
+
+## CUSTOMIZATION
+
+Users can customize shortcuts in:
+- Settings > Keyboard Shortcuts
+- Search for action name
+- Assign new key combination
+- Import/export keyboard layouts
+
+Common customizations:
+- Change `E` to `X` for Extrude (if you prefer)
+- Add `Shift+D` for Delete (two-key confirmation)
+- Add shortcuts for frequently-used operations
+
+---
+
+End of Shortcuts Reference