One of the most popular tools in use, KeyTweak allows the relatively quick modification of keyboard key functions by displaying them graphically. The KeyTweak user interface demonstrating a remap from RCtrl to LCtrl. The registry can also be edited manually (not recommended).

This affects the whole system so the AutoHotkey method is preferred. These utilities work by editing the registry. It also makes Ctrl+ Alt+ X produce Ctrl+ Alt+ C, etc.ĭisables the right ⊞ Win key by having it function like ↵ Enter. Makes the fifth mouse button (XButton2) produce Ctrl+ Left Click. To retain the ability to turn Caps Lock on and off, also add the remapping +Capslock::Capslock (this toggles Caps Lock on and off when you hold down ⇧ Shift and press ⇪ Caps Lock). Detailed instructions on how to remap using AutoHotkey are available on the website, however, the following are some example remaps: In order to remap keys using AutoHotkey, the user must create a notepad file containing the correct remapping syntax, save it as FILENAMEHERE.ahk and launch the file. This also means it is able to have limited functionality on older versions of Windows such as 95, 98 and Me. This perhaps makes it more useful when the user is wishing to rebind for a specific application, as it can be closed to return the keyboard to the standard layout.īecause AutoHotkey doesn't make use of the registry Scancode Map, changes to mapped settings do not require a system reboot. Because it remaps the keys itself, the program must be running for the new function to work.

3.1 See also: Controller to Keyboard InputĪutoHotkey is an auto-scripting software for keyboards and mice, and is perhaps the most advanced remapping software, providing the ability to perform a number of other functions such as remapping mouse buttons.

2.2 Logitech SetPoint and Logitech Gaming Software.

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