Error Using SendKeys in VB with Shortcut Key Assigned

WORKAROUND

To avoid this problem, add a wait period of one second before the SendKeys command is executed. This allows the macro to execute properly.

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Sample Macro

   Sub Test()
      ActiveCell.Formula = "ANY TEXT"
      Application.Wait (Now() + TimeValue("00:00:01"))
      SendKeys "{f2}", False
   End Sub
				

NOTE: When you run this macro, you must release the CTRL key before the one second delay is over or the Information Window will be displayed.