i know how do use the key up and key down events, and i've removed command buttons from most of my game, but what i'm trying to do right now is create a menu to show character stats and things. i'd like to have command buttons that change color when they have the focus, and have the player be able to push a set button (key down) which activates the current command button. like i said in an earlier post, i'm trying to get away from using the mouse completely.