Capturing keystrokes; using modifier keys

I want to create a shortcut using "Command-R" on the mac and
"Control-R" on windows. I know how to capture a single keystroke
(my code is attached), but how do I capture using the modifier
keys?

Hi Asu
I don't think it's possible using vanilla AppleScript, but if you download and install the Jon's Commands scripting addition (free for non-commercial use) you'll be able to do this:
on run
if "Command" is in (keys pressed) then
display dialog "Command key is down" buttons {"OK"} default button 1
else
display dialog "Command key is not pressed" buttons {"OK"} default button 1
end if
end run
The script will also display the confirmation dialog if you run it in a script editor window using Command-R, but not if you run it by selecting "Run" from your script editor's menu menu.
HTH
H
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