keytracking

noun
UK /ˈkiːtrækɪŋ/
US /ˈkiːtrækɪŋ/

Keytracking is when a machine watches which keys you press.

The keyboard uses keytracking to know which letters you typed.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. In music software, the ability to follow the pitch of a played note.

The synth's keytracking makes the filter open more on higher notes.

3. The process of following the movement of keys on a map or chart.

The app's keytracking shows where each key was last seen.

4. A feature that records which keys are pressed on a device.

Keytracking on the game controller helps the game respond faster.