Web Browser Tips & Tricks

Web Browser Tips and Tricks

Since VetView is accessed through a web browser, you can take advantage of the many built-in features of modern browsers.  Here are some guides to things we think are useful when using VetView.

  • Try right-clicking on things, especially when using the Accession Tree, the Result Entry area, and the Worksheet Screen.  You'll often find advanced features and useful context menus.
  • Open multiple tabs in your browser to access more than one VetView screen at the same time.  You can always hold down the CTRL key while clicking on a link in VetView to open the link in a new tab. Give it a try.
  • If the elements on the screen aren't fitting quite right, you should try increasing the resolution on your screen.  Ask your IT support if you aren't sure how to do this.  You can also hold the CTRL key down and scroll with the middle wheel of your mouse to zoom in and out on any screen.
  • Although VetView will work with most modern browsers, we've found Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge to consistently be the fastest and provide the best experience for VetView users.  For Mac users, we recommend the most recent version of Safari.  Firefox will work with all screens, but there are known visual issues (visible scroll bars) with Firefox on the 2.0 Schedule screen due to restrictions inherent to the browser itself. 

Shortcuts in VetView

ShortcutActionApplicable Screen(s)
Alt-NCreate a new accessionAccession & Accession Search Screens
Alt-PPreview ReportAccession Screen
Alt-MSend Preliminary ReportAccession Screen
Alt-1Add PatientAccession Screen
Alt-2Add SpecimenAccession Screen
Alt-3Add TestAccession Screen
Alt-GBring cursor to the "Go" buttonAnywhere in VetView
Alt-SSaveAny screen that has a save button
Hold "Alt" and then click Accessions or Clients iconTake user to the New Accession or New Client screenAnywhere in VetView
Click + CTRL or Command keyOpens a link in another tab instead of the current windowAnywhere in VetView that is a link
CTRL or Command+FFinds text on the pageAnywhere
CTRL or Command +Increases text sizeAnywhere
CTRL or Command-Decreases text sizeAnywhere





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Most recent releases of VetView:  Version 4.1.3 Hotfix (Released 2/16/2024)