How to change what your keyboard keys do (remap keys)
You can remap keys to do different things using AutoHotkey on Windows or Karabiner-Elements on macOS. This lets you change what any key does — like making Caps Lock work as Control.
Remapping lets you change what a key does when you press it. This is useful if a key is broken, in the wrong spot, or you want a shortcut for something you do all the time.
Risk: Low
⏱ 10-20 minutes
Intermediate
No step-by-step guide available for this issue yet — book a technician directly.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not saving or applying changes after remapping
- Remapping keys you use daily and forgetting the change
- Assuming all remapping methods work the same way on different systems
- Not restarting the computer after changes
Signs you need professional help
- Remapping isn't working after restarting the computer
- A key has become unmapped and you can't get it back to normal
- You're not sure how to restore the original key setup
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