just wondering, but if it says a flute has "power forged gold plated keys" will that affect the playing of the instrument at all of is it fine or what?? does anyone know?!? THANKS!

That means they are crushed into shape from a piece of metal, buy an enormous press.

It means the keys are stronger, because the type of metal used for keys is strengthened by being `worked`.

That is , stronger than if the keys are just cast in a mould.

As far as I know, most well made student flutes have power forged keys.