Hi,
I had the same Problems you have.
Read This:
http://www.lemonamiga.com/games/docs.php?id=1845
The chapter about Save / Load / Reastart by Key shortcuts is great.
I´m using a Mac and only have to press the ´fn´ and then F5 for Saving ect.
Have fun. Hope it fits.
Regards Modestus