Detecting the Tab Key in Silverlight .NET [February 3th, 2008]

Whilst trying to implement tabbing between controls it became apparent this seemingly simple task was actually going to be much harder. This is due to the fact that the tab key does not generate a KeyDown() event which is pretty much causes us a large problem for what we are trying to do.

The solution we have been working on involves Javascript which, although undersirable in a .NET environment will have to suffice until Microsoft provide support for tab key presses. With Version 2.6 there is control focusing mechanisms that will enable tabbing to be implemented very easily when the right solution has been put together, watch this space...