# VASSAL Reference Manual

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## Deck Global Key Command

This Deck Sub-Component adds an action that applies a key command to to pieces contained within the Deck, similar to the Global Key Command component of a Map Window or of a Game Piece.
To add a Deck Global Key Command to one of your Decks, use the Editor's configuration window to navigate to the [Deck] entry for the Deck you want to add it to. Right-click on the [Deck] entry and select Add Deck Global Key Command.
Menu Command: Text for an entry in the Deck's right-click context menu that will activate the Deck Global Key Command.
Global Command: The Key Command or Named Key Command that will be applied to the pieces in the Deck.
Matching Properties: The key command will only be applied to pieces which match the specified Property Match Expression. If you do not enter a property expression, then all pieces in the Deck can receive the key command, subject to the Affects field, below.
Affects: The Deck Global Key Command can apply to all pieces which match the expression, or to a set number only (always counting from the top of the Deck). Use a setting of 1 to select the top piece.
Report Format: A Message Format that is echoed to the chat log whenever the Deck Global Key Command is activated.

Sends Ctrl+M to the first card in the deck that isn't Blockade.