Reassigning keys on a laptop is used to more conveniently configure the keyboard settings for your own needs and more comfortable work. The keyboard on a laptop cannot be replaced, and therefore, to change the functions of the buttons, you can use specialized programs.
Instructions
Step 1
One of the most popular and easy-to-use key remapping utilities is the Map Keyboard. With its intuitive interface, you can change the functions of absolutely any buttons on the keyboard. This utility can be used on any notebooks running Windows operating systems, starting from XP.
Step 2
Download the program from the Internet. It does not have its own installer and is distributed as an archive. Unpack the resulting RAR file using the WinRAR program by right-clicking on the program package and clicking "Extract to current folder". Change to the resulting directory and run the MapKeyboard.exe file.
Step 3
In the utility window, you will see a picture of your keyboard. Left-click on the button you want to change. After that, at the bottom of the utility window, click on the Remap selected key tools item. In the drop-down list, select the key to which you want to change the previously selected button.
Step 4
After remapping the keys, click the Save Layout link in the lower right corner of the program. Confirm the changes and restart the system by clicking "Yes" in the dialog box that appears. If you want to reset the settings made, click on the Reset keyboard layout item.
Step 5
In addition to the Map Keyboard, there are many other programs with which you can reassign the buttons you need. So, among other free utilities, Key Remapper can be noted, which works in a slightly different way.
Step 6
After downloading, installing and running the utility, you will see a window divided into two parts. To set the key you want to change, click on the drop-down list under the "Source Key" section and select the name of the button you are using. If not, tap New Key and press the key you want to change.
Step 7
In the list on the right side of the window, in the drop-down context menu, select the button to which you want to replace the function. After that, save the changes by clicking on "Apply" and restarting your computer.
