# Overview

TheKeyMachine toolbar is the place from which you access tools and functions. The toolbar auto-starts when launching Maya and will appear above the Time Slider, although it can be moved to another location simply by dragging it.

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The main idea behind the toolbar and its horizontal layout is to take up as little space as possible while allowing access to all the tools