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caps lock remap
About this tag
The caps lock remap tag covers techniques for repurposing the Caps Lock key on Windows to improve productivity. A common approach involves using AutoHotkey to turn Caps Lock into a Hyper Key, which combines Ctrl, Shift, Alt, and Win modifiers into a single key for system-wide shortcuts. This setup can preserve the original Caps Lock toggle function while adding a powerful modifier layer for launching apps, managing windows, and automating tasks. The tag focuses on practical, conflict-free remapping methods that work across applications and survive updates.
I turned a neglected Caps Lock into a true productivity lever by remapping it to a Hyper Key — a single key that emits Ctrl + Shift + Alt + Win — and the small investment of time has doubled my usable global shortcuts without conflicts or weird app behavior. The setup requires two quick...