customized keystroke combination/shortcut

[qwkslvr1999]

I have a text box that accepts special characters. In order to type these characters, I have to use key combinations (from 2 -5 key combinations), for example, ALT + 1234. IS there any way that I can create a 2 key combination/shortcut for this? For example, instead of typing ALT + 1234, is there a code that can be used so a user can do ALT + 1 and still be able to put the same character in the text box?

I tried to use sendkeys but I haven't had any luck making it work. I think I'm going to need a lot of details, as in sample code to be able to do this.

Thanks and I hope I've explained my problem well.

I am using Access 97.