Although most users don’t need to remap keyboard keys, it’s something that may be required from time to time, if a particular key breaks unexpectedly on the keyboard, the current layout feels uncomfortable, or you need to remap a key (or keyboard shortcut) to use a specific feature on an application. Whatever the reason it might be, the PowerToys Keyboard Manager makes it easy to remap keys on Windows 10. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to remap a keyboard key or shortcut on Windows 10.

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How to remap key on Windows 10

To remap a keyboard key on Windows 10, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the key will be remapped to the new key. Remap key option for Windows 10 Windows 10 remap keyboard key Unless you remap the action of the original key to another key, you won’t be able to use it. For example, if you’re remapping the left Shift key to be the new Windows key, that Shift key won’t act as a Shift key anymore. If you want to remove the key remap, use the same instructions outlined above, but on step No. 5, click the Delete (trash can) button on the right side, and click the OK button.

How to remap shortcut on Windows 10

To remap a keyboard shortcut on Windows 10, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the keyboard shortcut will be remapped to the new shortcut that you specified. Remap shortcut for Windows 10 Windows 10 remap keyboard key Unless you remap the action of the original shortcut to another shortcut, you won’t be able to use it. If you want to remove the key remap, use the same instructions outlined above, but on step No. 5, click the Delete (trash can) button on the right side, and click the OK button.

How to install PowerToys on Windows 10

This guide assumes that you already have PowerToys installed on your device. If you don’t have it, then you can use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the PowerToys tool will install on Windows 10. Download PowerToys installer PowerToys setup options All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.