In Windows 11, you can map keys on your keyboard to different keys or functions. Remapping keys can help assign certain functions to a key.
Remapping a specific key or keys is especially useful if, for example, you have difficulty pressing multiple keys at the same time. Remapping keys can also help you be more productive. If you often use a particular program that requires you to use a certain key combination, you can remap those keys to make using that program easier and faster.
Sometimes the default keyboard layout is not comfortable for you. For example, if you find yourself often hitting the wrong keys because they are too close together, you can remap them to a more comfortable location.
Suppose you are a gamer, some keys may be more difficult to use than others. By resetting the keys, you can customize your keyboard to suit your gaming style and make it easier to play your favorite games.
Whatever the reason. By default, it is not possible to assign certain keys in Windows 11. You must use a tool to do this.
How to remap keys in Windows 11
To begin download PowerToys to your computer. PowerToys is a tool from Microsoft that offers various tools to improve Windows functionality.
Click on “keyboard manager” in the menu on the left. You can now reassign a key or reassign a shortcut.
Assign key
If you want to assign a key, you can assign a specific key to an action. For example, you can assign the letter “A” to the action “CTRL + C” (copy). This is an example, you can assign a key to another key or action of your choice.
To start, press “Type” in the “physical key”. Then follow the instructions on the screen.
Assign shortcut
If you are going to assign a shortcut to another shortcut or action, you can also assign it to an app. You will need the name of the executable file for this. In the example below, this is “msedge.exe” for Microsoft Edge.
The example below shows how ALT + T is linked to CTRL + T for the msedge.exe process only. In this case, ALT + T opens a new tab in the Microsoft Edge browser, just like CTRL + T.
It is up to you which shortcut you find useful and want to link.
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