can't remember off hand which key number it is but you can use the [key] object

make a patch like this

[key] | [(number)]

and note the number that flashes up when you press the space bar then

[key] | [sel *space bar number*] | [O]

I'll post a patch later if you're still stuck

From: pat@digitalworlds.ufl.edu To: pd-list@iem.at Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:53:33 +0000 Subject: [PD] space bar generates a bang

A beginner Question: What is the easiest way to generate a bang with a keyboard space bar?

I would love replies in patch form

pp

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