I am wondering if there is a way to remap the Windows shortcut keys. A specific example is the [Win][E] opens Windows Explorer but I would like that key to open a different file manager. I have tried different key tweaking programs and the ones I have tried do not allow changing a combination of keys such as the Win key together with another key. I would like something that would also work in Windows XP.
Remap Windows shortcut keys?
- Thread starter tirone
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I would guess that Windows bans any changes to the Win key, as it is THEIR key. I would think it would not be a huge problem if you are willing to use anther key such as ctrl or alt.
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The problem I have is that the programs I have don't allow combination keys such as [Win]+[E] or [Ctrl]+[E]. Are there any that allow that?
Also, so many programs use other [Ctrl] or [Shft] combinations. If there was a way to set [Ctrl]+[E] to open a file manager, would it be a global setting or would the next program I open take control of the [Ctrl]+[E] combination and use it for whatever it wants to? Who knows, I may end up exiting out of a program without saving by pressing a shortcut key instead of opening a program I was expecting to open.
Also, so many programs use other [Ctrl] or [Shft] combinations. If there was a way to set [Ctrl]+[E] to open a file manager, would it be a global setting or would the next program I open take control of the [Ctrl]+[E] combination and use it for whatever it wants to? Who knows, I may end up exiting out of a program without saving by pressing a shortcut key instead of opening a program I was expecting to open.
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fieseler
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the only way i can think is with a keyboard that lets you assign macros
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The Razer Tarantula (I have it and love it) allows you to make macros with the 10 extra keys it has. I havent gotten it to work yet, but it says it can.
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I just assign my favorite programs to the [Ctrl]-[Alt]-key combination.
For example, Ctrl-Alt-C to open Google Chrome.
For example, Ctrl-Alt-C to open Google Chrome.
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Find out where in the registry the setting for that Win Key combination is and then change it. Don't forget to back up your registry before doing so.
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DamianWarS
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try autohotkey (http://www.autohotkey.com/). AutoHotkey is a free program that allows you to create customized macros that can perform all sorts of operations. You can assign anything you want to any key. I haven't tried it but it seems to be what you are looking for
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