Intkey is an interactive program for identifying a specimen by comparing it with stored descriptions. The program can also be used to interrogate the stored data.
Intkey has two modes of operation: Normal and Advanced. We recommend that you start with Normal mode, even if you know how to use conventional identification keys.
In Normal mode, the program is operated via the toolbars. Most of the menu system, many dialog-box buttons, and the command line are disabled.
In Advanced mode, which is set by the "Advanced Mode" option of the "File" menu, the program can be operated via the toolbars, the menu system, or the command line. Before using this mode, you should become thoroughly familiar with Normal mode, and read the "Introduction" which becomes available upon entering Advanced mode.
To display the Help for an active toolbar button (one that is not grey), first press the "?" button at the right of the main toolbar (which is just below the menu bar), then click on the button for which help is required. Basic instructions for using the program for identification are in the help for the "Restart identification" button. The author of a data set may also have supplied other help accessible via the leftmost button of the main toolbar.