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How to remap any key or shortcut on windows 10.

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Install Microsoft PowerToys from GitHub, launch it, and then navigate to Keyboard Manager > Remap a Key. Click the plus button, and then select the key you want to rebind from the list. You can click the trash can icon to remove a remapping at any time.

Would you like to use a different keyboard key to perform a certain task in Windows 10? Thanks to PowerToys , it's easy to remap any key to another key or even a shortcut combination on your keyboard. Here's how to set it up.

Microsoft makes it easy to remap keys with PowerToys , a free utility available for download online. Using PowerToys, you can make any key on your keyboard act like any other key — and even remap shortcuts.

If you don't already have PowerToys installed, download it for free from Github. After you install it, launch PowerToys Settings, then click "Keyboard Manager" in the sidebar. In the "Keyboard Manager" settings, click "Remap a Key."

Select Keyboard Manager in Microsoft PowerToys

When the "Remap Keyboard" window pops up, click the plus button ("+") to add a new key mapping.

In the PowerToys

After that, you'll need to define which key you want to remap (in the "Key:" column), and what key or shortcut you want it to perform (in the "Mapped To:" column).

First, select the key you'll be remapping in the "To:" column by either clicking the "Type" button and pressing the key on your keyboard, or by selecting it from the list in the drop-down menu. For example, we'll pick Scroll Lock here, since it often sits unused.

In PowerToys, select the key you want to remap.

Next, select the key or shortcut you want to perform in the "Mapped To" column. For a single key, you can either choose it from the drop-down menu or click the "Type" button, then press it on your keyboard.

If you want to use a shortcut key combination, press the "Type" button, then press the combination on your keyboard. For example, here we've typed "Ctrl+C" for the standard Windows "Copy" shortcut.

In PowerToys, if you're mapping a keyboard shortcut, enter the key combination using your keyboard.

After you have both "Key:" and "Mapped To:" columns defined, click "OK."

Select the

If you see a warning that one key will be left unassigned, click "Continue Anyway." This means that you won't be able to access the original function of the key that you just remapped.

(In our example, there will be no way to use Scroll Lock unless you remap another key to perform the original Scroll Lock function).

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Next, you'll see the resulting mapping listed in the "Keyboard Manager" settings. That means your custom mapping has been saved and is now active.

In PowerToys, you'll see the resulting mapping listed.

If you want to add more mappings, click "Remap a key" again. When you're done, close PowerToys Settings completely, and your remapped key (or keys) will remain in effect. Use them as much as you'd like. You can always go back and adjust your mappings later if necessary.

Later on, if you want to remove the custom mapping you made, relaunch Power Toys Settings, then click "Keyboard Manager" and "Remap a key" again. In the list of mappings, click the trash can icon beside the mapping you'd like to delete.

In PowerToys, click the trash can icon to delete a key mapping.

The mapping will be removed. After that, click "OK" to close the window. Then you can either exit PowerToys completely or create a new mapping using the guide above. Have fun!

The major problem with PowerToys is that the remappings only work if the PowerToys application is running, so they won't work on the login screen. There also seem to be issues with the remappings not working properly in games and some other places. The solution? Use the old-school Windows Registry key remapping technique... but do it the easy way, using the open-source SharpKeys application.

SharpKeys won't let you remap shortcut key combinations, so you can't remap ALT+C to CTRL+C, for example, but you can do things like remap or disable the Caps Lock key on any version of Windows .

Install the application from their Github project page or from the Microsoft Store , open it up (clicking through the annoying Windows SmartScreen warnings), and then click the Add button to open up the Add New Key Mapping dialog.

SharpKeys Add Key

We've been using SharpKeys literally since Windows Vista was around. That's a long time.

Many modern keyboards also have special software that allows you to remap keys as well. Since all of their software is different we can't definitively say "Here is how you do it." Generally speaking, you'll be looking for an option like "Customize," "Keybind," "Bind," or "Remap."

Here is a quick list to some of the specialized software available for different keyboard brands, though keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive list.

  • Logitech G Hub
  • Corsair iCUE
  • SteelSeries Engine
  • Razer Synapse
  • HyperX NGENUITY
  • Roccat Swarm

Your keyboard software probably lets you do other things besides modify keybinds. For example, if your keyboard has extra keys, or RGB, the manufacturer software is typically required to utilize them.

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How to Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

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It’s not too complicated to create your own keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10. Just right-click the executable for whatever it is you want to create a shortcut to, click Properties, then enter your command into a box. ( More on creating custom shortcuts here .)

But what if you want to change the default keyboard shortcuts that Windows 10 has foisted on you, such as a much more convenient shortcut instead of Ctrl + Shift + Esc to access the task manager or for Ctrl + S to use an alternative search tool? For this, we need a tool called AutoHotKey.

Here we show you how to change the keyboard shortcuts in Windows 10 using this great tool.

Also read: 16 Useful Windows Registry Hacks to Optimize Your Experience

Meet AutoHotKey

So let’s start with the bad news, which is that there is no native way to change the default keyboard shortcuts in Windows. After all these years, Microsoft still isn’t willing to offer that simple bit of flexibility, presumably for fear that you’ll want to use its shortcuts to access non-Microsoft apps … which is probably the case.

Instead, you’re going to have to create scripts for every shortcut key that you want to replace. Don’t worry, this process is actually made pretty easy thanks to a great tool called AutoHotkey . This is a script creator tool that can be used for all kinds of creative purposes , but today we are looking specifically at how you can use it to change the default Windows shortcuts.

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We familiarize you with the basics of the Auto Hotkey syntax you need to know to change Windows shortcuts. Most Windows shortcuts use some combination of the below buttons, so this should be enough to get you started.

If you want to type a letter, you just literally type that letter, while buttons like Esc , Del and others can also be directly typed into your script. You can find a convenient list of the main Auto Hotkey syntax at this site .

Also read: 13 of the Best Typing Games and Apps for Everyone

Change Default Windows Shortcut

Once you’ve done that, on the Windows desktop, right-click an empty space, then select “New -> Auto Hotkey script,” and call it something recognizable. We’re going to create a better shortcut for getting to the task manager ( Ctrl + Shift + Esc by default), so we are calling our shortcut “Task Manager.”

Next, right-click the script you just created and click “Edit Script.” Based on the syntax we showed above, the shortcut you should enter here is as follows:

First enter the shortcut you want to use and follow this with ::Send , then a space and the shortcut you want your custom shortcut to replace. Because the Esc key is a command rather than a standard key, we put it in the special brackets.

With all your keyboard shortcut replacements, we recommend adding a second line to the script with the text #NoTrayIcon . This will block the Auto Hotkey tray icon from popping up, ensuring that the whole process stays in the background.

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Once your script is ready, close it and save it, then double-click the script to run it and test your keyboard shortcut to see if it does what it should.

Also read: Hidden Windows 11 Features for Power Users

Change Program Shortcut

Next, let’s try redirecting the default Windows Search shortcut Win + S to an alternative search tool we like called Search Everything . Type in the following command:

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The :: is what separates the hotkey from the action you want it to perform. The bit before this is the hotkey we are entering ( Win + S in this case), and the bit after run is the command to open the Search Everything app.

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Also read: How to Customize Keyboard Shortcuts in Gmail

Run Shortcuts at Windows Startup

Your shortcuts work as soon as you boot Windows and move the .ahk script to your system startup folder in File Explorer – C:ProgramDataMicrosoftWindowsStart MenuProgramsStartUp . Do the same for all your keyboard shortcut replacements. That way they’ll all be working as soon as you boot your PC.

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It’s a little bit of effort, but it certainly works to change the default keyboard shortcuts in Windows. As a bonus, you’ve also learned the absolute basics of AutoHotKey – an extremely handy tool capable of running scripts much more complex than the ones we mention here.

If you want to stay knee-deep in Windows, see our list of the best sandbox applications for Windows 10 , and how to convert legacy BIOS to UEFI in the OS.

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Remapping 101: How to change your keyboard key output

Your PC or laptop keyboard doesn’t have to be one-size-fits-all. If you’re not a fan of certain key placements or find that you aren’t using some of your keys, you can rearrange the functions of your keys however you like. Most keyboards are laid out in the same way, but Windows 11 features  allow you to make the necessary adjustments to help you type more comfortably. Learn how you can remap your keys and change keyboard outputs on Windows 11 .

Why remap your keyboard?

If you’re used to a standard keyboard layout, you may not initially see the value in remapping your keys. Here are some common reasons for changing keyboard outputs:

  • Typing on a foreign keyboard. If you want to type in any language besides English, it can be difficult to type seamlessly on an English-only keyboard. By switching your key functions, you can cater to different language settings.
  • Using your keyboard for PC gaming. PC gamers rely on their keyboards to play their favorite games. Remapping your keys to best suit your gaming needs can improve performance and make your frequently used keys more accessible.
  • Repurposing underused keys. Not everyone uses their keys the same way. If it seems like a key that you don’t often use is taking up valuable space on your keyboard, you can reassign its function to find a good use for it and increase productivity.

Popular QWERTY alternatives

You may notice that top row of letters on your keyboard, going left to right, spells QWERTY. However, there are other popular keyboard layouts that can help you type faster or more comfortably. Learn more about each layout and how they might benefit your typing:

  • AZERTY. The AZERTY layout simply moves the output of the Q , W , and M keys. It is most often used in France and other surrounding countries.
  • Dvorak. The Dvorak layout puts the most used keys in the middle row, which decreases finger movement. This typing method can help reduce strain in your fingers, which makes for a more ergonomic experience.
  • Colemak. The Colemak layout offers a slight improvement on the Dvorak layout. It also places the commonly used keys in the middle row, but it keeps the useable features of the QWERTY layout intact.

How to remap your keys on Windows 11

The easiest way to change your keyboard functions on Windows 11 is to use the Keyboard Manager  utility. The Keyboard Manager is one of many utilities available in Microsoft PowerToys , which are a collection of productivity tools that allow users to customize their Windows experience.

How does Keyboard Manager work?

Once you’ve downloaded PowerToys onto your device, select Keyboard Manager and toggle Enable Keyboard Manager. You’ll find separate sections for remapping keys and remapping shortcuts, each of which can be adjusted to your liking. Some keys and shortcuts cannot be remapped in Keyboard Manager, and these limitations are highlighted on the platform. PowerToys must be running for the key mapping to work, so make sure you don’t close out of the program after making your selections.

What other keyboard mapping functions are available on Windows?

If you are still running Windows 10 on your PC, you can download Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator  to create your own keyboard layouts. Microsoft keyboard users can also try the Mouse and Keyboard Center  app to get the most out of the customization features within the accessories. Other keyboard mapping options can be downloaded on Microsoft Apps .

By learning how to remap your keys, you can break the mold and take control of how you use your keyboard. Shop for Microsoft Keyboards  to find the perfect keyboard to test your remapped keys on Windows 11 .

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Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

Windows 10 comes with some default keyboard shortcuts similar to the previous versions of the OS. If you find any of them uncomfortable and want to change it to something better of your choice, this article will help you to achieve that. This might be greatly helpful if you previously used any other operating systems such as Mac, Linux, etc. and your mind just sticking to those shortcuts you used to use for achieving certain things.

For example, by default, the Windows Key + S will open the search box in Windows 10. If you want to change this shortcut to something else or want to reassign these keys to something that you feel comfortable, you can follow this guide to do it.

How to Change Default Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows 10

We are going to use a program called AutoHotkey to achieve this. It’s basically a script creating tool that can be used to create various scripts to perform different operations. Using this tool, you will be able to create scripts for reassigning the shortcuts. So, here is the process.

AutoHotkey script

  • Download AutoHotkey  and install it.
  • As soon as you install it a new function “AutoHotkey script” will be added to your context menu’s “New” section.
  • Right click on the desktop and choose New > AutoHotkey script .
  • Name the file something like find.ahk . Make sure that the file extension is correct to make the script working properly.
  • Next step is to put something inside the script file that will perform the action. For that, have a look at the below-given table and what syntax should you use instead of certain keys.
  • Now add the appropriate script to the file for example if you want to reassign the keys for Windows Key + S, use, (be sure to replace the “#s” with the appropriate keys. #s::run, "C:\Program Files\Everything\Everything.exe"
  • Once you add the script to the file, save it . Then double click the script to run it.
  • Now, it should run the executable file that you put inside the  ” “ .
  • After making sure that it is working properly, move the .ahk script to  C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartUp
  • Repeat the same for all the keyboard shortcuts you like to change by creating separate script files and putting them on the StartUp folder.

You can also learn about all the AutoHotkey syntax here .

For your reference, the text before :: are the shortcuts and between the " "  are the executable files in the AutoHotkey script. Also, you can add in #NoTrayIcon a new line of the script to disable the AutoHotkey icon from popping up in the tray.

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How to change shortcut keys in Windows 10

Hello Tecnobits! Ready to change the key game in Windows 10? Because here's the trick: How to change shortcut keys in Windows 10 . Enjoy changing shortcuts!

1. How do I access shortcut key settings in Windows 10?

To access shortcut key settings in Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Open the start menu by clicking on the Windows icon in the lower left corner of the screen.
  • Choose Configuration which is shaped like a gear.
  • In the Settings menu, click Accessibility .
  • In the left panel, select Keyboard .
  • In the section access keys , Click on Access Key Settings .

2. Can I change the default shortcut keys in Windows 10?

Yes, you can change the default shortcut keys in Windows 10. Here are the steps to follow:

  • Open shortcut key settings following the steps mentioned in the previous question.
  • Scroll down to the section Utility access keys and click Change utility access keys .
  • In the window that appears, you can change, enable, disable or reset shortcut keys according to your preferences.

3. How do I disable a shortcut key in Windows 10?

If you wish to disable a shortcut key In Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Open the shortcut key settings according to the instructions in the first section.
  • In the section Utility access keys , Click on Change utility access keys .
  • Select the hotkey you want to disable.
  • Click on Disable and then Accept To confirm the changes.

4. How do I enable a shortcut key in Windows 10?

If you wish to enable a shortcut key In Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Access shortcut key settings from the Settings menu.
  • Choose Utility access keys and click Change utility access keys .
  • Choose the shortcut key you want to enable.
  • Click on Enable and then Accept To confirm the changes.

5. Can I assign new shortcut keys in Windows 10?

If possible assign new shortcut keys in Windows 10. Here are the steps to follow:

  • Choose Assign a new key and choose the function or application to which you want to assign the shortcut key.
  • Press the key combination you want to assign as a hotkey and click Accept .

6. What is the key combination to access Task Manager in Windows 10?

The key combination for access Task Manager in Windows 10 it is the following:

  • Hold down the keys Ctrl , Shift y I simultaneously.

7. How do I change the key combination to access Task Manager in Windows 10?

If you wish to change key combination To access Task Manager in Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Choose Assign a new key and choose the function Task Manager .
  • Press the new key combination you want to assign and click Accept .

8. Can I reset shortcut keys to default settings in Windows 10?

If you can reset shortcut keys to its default settings in Windows 10. Here's how to do it:

  • Click on Reset to default keys and then Accept To confirm the changes.

9. How do I disable shortcut keys in Windows 10?

If you wish to disable all shortcut keys In Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Open the shortcut key settings following the instructions in the first section.
  • Click on Disable all access keys and then Accept To confirm the changes.

10. How do I customize gaming shortcut keys in Windows 10?

If you want to customize the gaming shortcut keys In Windows 10, follow these steps:

  • Choose Assign a new key and choose the game you want to assign the hotkey to.
  • Press the key combination you want to assign and click Accept .

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Set shortcuts to change keyboard layout in Windows 10?

Is there any way to set keyboard shortcuts to quickly change to a different language/keyboard layout? The old shortcuts still seem to work (when set back in Windows 7), but I can't seem to find anything to change it in Windows 10.

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  • 11 Is Win+Space not good enough? or not what you are looking for? –  Peter Hahndorf Aug 18, 2015 at 7:36
  • 2 @Huh... never realized that function existed.. thanks! But I still want to find a way to at least remove the current shortcuts set up –  8176135 Aug 19, 2015 at 4:50
  • 1 Possible duplicate of How to disable Ctrl+Shift keyboard layout switch (for the same input language) in Windows? –  Tobias Kienzler Dec 2, 2016 at 6:59

12 Answers 12

Go to Control Panel → Clock, Language, and Region → Change input methods (under Language ) → Advanced settings → Change language bar hot keys .

"Control Panel → Clock, Language, and Region → Language → Advanced settings" and "Text Services and Input Languages"

  • 3 Yay, found it, for english users, it is in Control Panel -> Clock, Language, and Region -> Language -> Advanced Settings -> Change language hotbar keys (under Switching input methods) . Thanks! –  8176135 Dec 11, 2015 at 1:08
  • 4 I keep hitting one of these default shortcuts without realising it and before I know it I'm typing random nonsense all over 🙄 Is it possible to change the WinKey + Space shortcut somewhere as well? –  Toby Sep 27, 2016 at 15:11
  • 5 Later update win10 1803 removed this panel, cannot set hotkey anymore. Don't update to 1803. –  Til May 8, 2018 at 7:35
  • 7 @POW, 1803 just moved this panel. BTW, 1809 moved it again. –  i3v Oct 20, 2018 at 19:55
  • 4 This is outdated, I could not find it. Why didn't anyone edit it to put the right path to it? –  Leonardo Alves Machado Jul 1, 2019 at 12:31

In Windows 10 version 1809 (also versions 1903, 1909, 2004, 20H2), the setting described in the accepted answer is here:

Settings -> Time & Language -> Language -> Spelling, typing, & keyboard settings -> Advanced keyboard settings -> Language bar options -> Advanced Key Settings .

Step-by-step screenshots .

Known issues

These hotkeys are quite buggy since 2012 or so . They may disappear (the setting is cleared or simply not working) after a windows update, after an RDP session, after logout/login, or even without any obvious reason .

There's one well-known workaround , that usually helps:

Settings -> Time & Language -> Language -> Administrative language settings -> Copy settings... -> tick both checkboxes -> OK .

If you ran into this, you may want to upvote some of these items on the FeedbackHub:

As a regular (non-insider) user :

Input language hotkeys keep being reset every time Windows starts

language bar hot keys are not reliable: a) sometimes they disappear ...

Language bar hotkeys get erased after every RDP session

Language bar hot key setting keeps resetting back to default I'm using 3 languages input

When I set up language bar 'hot key' shortcuts to switch to keyboards with other alphabets, they are deleted whenever Windows restarts!

Language hotkeys keep disappeared by itself every time the system was rebooted.

Language hotkeys keep getting erased

Windows auto reset language input hotkey in every reboot after I make changes to the setting.

As insider :

  • Keyboard layout switching shortcuts disappear and do not work
  • Hot keys for input languages getting erased on each windows feature update
  • Keyboard layout changes randomly
  • Windows keeps switching the language and keyboard input methods

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  • 2 Great answer! But where do your obfuscated links go? I don't trust that they're safe if I can't resolve the destination address. –  CJ Dennis Apr 17, 2019 at 1:19
  • 1 @CJDennis, they are Feedback Hub share links , not web pages. I you'd like FH links to look more human-readable, you can vote for this my suggestion: as normal user , as insider . –  i3v Apr 24, 2019 at 22:29
  • 1 Only answer that helped me. Insanely hidden setting in this crazy GUI! –  wim Jun 27, 2019 at 16:51
  • Another step-by-step that is outdated. Following the screenshots on the link, we just can't find step 4 when we have English system and Portuguese keyboard. –  Leonardo Alves Machado Jul 1, 2019 at 12:20
  • 2 It's absolutely bizzare why MS chose to hide this menu in such an obscure spot... –  cyqsimon May 19, 2020 at 8:28

The menu in the accepted answer does not exist in Control Panel anymore on Windows 10 version 1803 (not sure about 1709 and older).

But the same setting is accessible from Modern Settings app → Time & Language → Region and Language → Advanced keyboard settings (from the Related settings section) → Language bar options → Advanced Key Settings tab .

Update: Windows 10 version 1809 moved this setting again. see i3v's answer .

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  • 3 Thank you, you saved me. What a slap from Microsoft again. –  Youda008 Oct 29, 2018 at 12:17
  • 1 Yes, this should be the accepted answer now! –  antimirov Jan 20, 2019 at 0:23
  • 3 This seems to be outdated - at least I could not find it (there is no Region and Language option, and the related options seems to vary depending on system). Why didn't anyone edit it to put the right path to it? –  Leonardo Alves Machado Jul 1, 2019 at 12:35
  • 5 They are using good coke in MS headquarters - change this shit every year –  Toolkit Aug 23, 2019 at 12:13

Windows key + Space is the new shortcut for switching keyboard layout!

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  • 12 Please read the question again carefully. Your answer does not answer the original question. –  DavidPostill ♦ Dec 1, 2016 at 12:22
  • 2 On my system switching layouts does not work correctly using language switching. The question is asking for switching layouts, not languages. –  arkod Dec 1, 2016 at 12:34
  • 2 OP is asking how to change the shortcuts and remove existing ones. Your answer does not address that. –  DavidPostill ♦ Dec 1, 2016 at 12:37
  • If you know how to change the shortcut for changing layout please let me know. Windows key + space is the way to change layout. –  arkod Dec 1, 2016 at 13:06
  • 2 @arkod - Please read the question again carefully. Your answer does not answer the original question. "I still want to find a way to at least remove the current shortcuts set up" Notice your suggestion, was suggested, over a year ago and the author indicated it didn't answer this question. –  Ramhound Dec 1, 2016 at 14:48

None of the answers work for me as of date; right now, to open "Text Services and Input Languages" one has to run the following:

Reference: https://winaero.com/blog/text-services-input-languages-shortcut-windows-10/

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  • 1 You can open "Text Services and Input Languages" without a shortcut: 1. In the start menu search, type in "Advanced keyboard settings" and open it. 2. Press "Language bar options" to open "Text Services and Input Languages". All relevant hotkey settings are under the "Advanced Key settings" tab. –  Pillowcase Apr 6, 2020 at 11:02
  • That was the solution at one point, but unfortunately now that link is broken for me; by clicking "Language bar options" an error message showed up. –  Hsien-Chih Chang 張顯之 Apr 6, 2020 at 13:43

Unfortunately this has changed in the latest Windows 10 update. You now need to go to 'Languages' and then 'Advanced settings' in Control panel, and choose 'Change language bar hot keys':

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Which will then bring up this dialogue from which you can change the hot key by clicking 'Change Key Sequence...'

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  • 3 In the current Windows, i can't even easily get to the plain old Control Panel, and when i do, there is no more a 'Language' item. –  Youda008 Oct 29, 2018 at 12:22
  • @Youda008 in Windows 10 just type "language" in the start menu and open "Language settings" then select "keyboard" and there'll be a "language bar options" menu item –  phuclv Aug 17, 2020 at 3:59
  • Could you please specify the Windows 10 version this answer is about? Maybe "latest Windows 10 update" was true in 2017 but not now. –  i3v Jan 22, 2021 at 19:42

For the latest Windows version since late 2018/ early 2019, Microsoft has changed this:

  • select "Language Preferences" from the Task Bar/ Language options control (docked language bar)
  • Select "Spelling, typing, & keyboard settings" under "Related Settings" at the top right.
  • Scroll down to the bottom, then under "More keyboard settings", select "Advanced keyboard settings".
  • Under "Switching input methods", select "Language bar options".
  • Choose the "Advanced Key Settings" tab.
  • Press the button at the bottom of the window: "Change Key Sequence…"

I hope Microsoft will not leave these vital settings in such an obscure place, in the long term (that they will at least give more convenient alternative ways of adjusting these settings!) The default settings are infuriating: I am forever accidentally pressing CTRL+SHIFT and accidentally switching between keyboard layouts…

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Just wanted to add to the accepted answer . I am using an Apple keyboard on Windows 10 here and the best way for me to switch input languages is to turn off the shortcut "Between input languages" completely and instead set individual shortcuts for each input language, for example:

  • Left Alt + Shift + 1(US Keyboard)
  • Left Alt + Shift + 2(UK Keyboard)
  • Left Alt + Shift + 3(Any other input language)
  • Left Alt + Shift + ...
  • Left Alt + Shift + 0(10th input language)

I find this setting the only one that doesn't disturb my work all the time as occasionally pressing Alt + Shift changes language when it is not needed. Also if to remove all shortcuts from the settings then holding WIN (CMD on Apple keyboard) followed by [space](press multiple times to iterate the list) or [1,2,3..] or [Select with mouse] works well too.

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I'm running Windows Server 2019 at work and the setting is (again) in a different spot. Since any and all tooling you might use on a Server uses hotkeys, many of which start with the Ctrl + Shift or Left Alt + Shift that trigger the language switch, the only reasonable setting is to have those turned off.

Here's how:

Settings → Devices → Typing (left panel) → Advanced keyboard settings (right panel, bottom) → Language bar options → Advanced Key Settings (the right-most tab in the new window) → Change Key Sequence... (button at the bottom) → Not Assigned (top option)

The Win + Space hot-key still works after turning the above setting to Not Assigned, so you can still switch easily without switching accidentally.

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  • 1 This works on Windows 10 version 1903 build 18362.295. –  Zdeněk Gromnica Aug 31, 2019 at 23:15
  • Type advanced keyboard settings , select it from the dropdown menu
  • Click Input language hot keys
  • Change key sequence in the dialog box that appears.

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an easier way to do it is:

hold left Alt press Shift once (keep holding Alt ) a small menu should appear on the right side of the screen with your language options press 1 , 2 , etc. to select the option you want release Alt

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  • 2 This seems to be basically the same as Constantin Zagorsky’s answer (posted 2½ years ago), with at least some overlap with Jack Aidley’s answer (posted 1½ years ago). –  Scott - Слава Україні Jun 20, 2019 at 15:09

For Windows 10 version 1803 I found the option in this location, they had moved it from the control panel to settings.

Open up "Settings" by searching for it in the windows menu.

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Go to "Region & language" on the left hand side and click "Advanced keyboard setting" on the right hand side.

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Here you can find the "Language bar option"

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Change the hotkey by pressing "Change Key Sequence"

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Change Keyboard Language Shortcut on Windows 10/11: Easy Guide

On Windows, you can install additional keyboard languages to type in the language you want. When you want to switch to a specific keyboard language, you can change the keyboard language using a keyboard shortcut or the language bar icon on the taskbar. The default keyboard shortcut to change keyboard language is “Windows logo key + Spacebar” and “Left Alt key + Shift key.”

If you want to change it for any reason, you can set a different keyboard shortcut to change the keyboard layout in Windows 10 & 11. For example, the default keyboard shortcut is hard to press or prone to accidental presses.

In this quick and easy guide, let me show you how to change the keyboard language shortcut on Windows. To make things easier, I’m showing separate steps for Windows 10 and Windows 11. Depending on your operating system version, follow the relevant steps.

Table of contents:

How to change keyboard language shortcut on Windows 10

How to change keyboard language shortcut on windows 11, set a keyboard shortcut to switch to a specific keyboard language, frequently asked questions (faqs).

You can use the language bar options via the Settings app to change the keyboard language shortcut.

Here’s how to change the keyboard language shortcut on Windows 10:

  • Open the settings app on Windows 10.
  • Click on the “ Devices ” option.
  • On the “Devices” page, go to the “ Typing ” tab.
  • Click on the “ Advanced Keyboard Settings ” link under the “More Keyboard Settings” section.
  • Click on the “ Language Bar Options ” link under the “Switching Input Methods” section.
  • Go to the “ Advanced Key Settings ” tab.
  • Select “ Between Input Languages ” under the “Hot Keys for Input Languages” section.
  • Click the “ Change Key Sequence ” button.
  • Choose the keyboard shortcut of your choice under the “ Switch Input Language ” section and click “ Ok .”
  • Click “ Apply ” and “ Ok ” in the main window to save changes.

Steps with more details:

First, open the settings app by pressing the keyboard shortcut “Windows logo key + I.” You can also search for the settings app in the start menu. Once the Settings app opens, click on the “Devices” option.

Go to Devices in Windows 10 Settings app

Go to the “Typing” tab on the left panel of the “Devices” page. Next, scroll down in the right panel, find the “Advanced Keyboard Settings” link under the “More Keyboard Settings” section, and click on it.

Click on Advanced Keyboard Settings link

The above action opens the Advanced Keyboard Settings page. Here, find the “Language Bar Options” link under the “Switching Input Methods” section and click on it.

Click on Language Bar Options link

In the “Text Services and Input Languages” window, go to the “Advanced Key Settings” tab, select the “Between Input Languages” option under Hot Keys for Input Languages, and click on the “Change Key Sequence” button.

Click Change Key Sequence

In the Change Key Sequence window, select the keyboard shortcut of your choice under the “Switch Input Language” section and click on the “Ok” button to save changes. If you are wondering, you can only choose from the predefined shortcuts; you cannot set a custom shortcut. If you want, you can remap the shortcuts using PowerToys .

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Click on the “Apply” and “Ok” buttons on the main window, and you are good to go.

That is all. It is that simple to change the keyboard language shortcut on Windows 10.

Windows 11 users can change the keyboard language shortcut from the Setting app. Here’s how to do it.

  • Launch the Windows 11 Settings app with “Windows key + I.”
  • Select “ Time & language ” on the sidebar.
  • Go to the “ Typing ” page in the “ Time & language ” page.
  • Click and open the “ Advanced keyboard settings ” page.
  • Click on the “ Input language hot keys ” link.
  • Select the “ Between input languages ” option.
  • Select a keyboard shortcut under the “Switch Input Language” section.
  • Click the “ Ok ” button in this and the main windows.
  • With that, you changed the shortcut to switch keyboard language.

First, use the “Windows key + I” hotkey to open the Windows 11 Settings app. You can also find the Settings app in the Start menu and open it that way. In the Settings app, select the “Time & language” option on the sidebar.

On the “Time & language” page, go to the “Typing” tab. Here, you’ll find various options to customize your keyboard. Scroll down the “Typing” page and find the “Advanced keyboard settings” link under the “More Keyboard Settings” section. Click on it to open the advanced keyboard settings page.

open the typing page in Windows 11 settings app

On the advanced keyboard settings page, find the “Language Bar Options” link under the “Switching Input Methods” section. Click on it to open the “Text Services and Input Languages” window.

open advanced keyboard settings

Go to the “Advanced Key Settings” tab. Here, select the “Between Input Languages” option under the “Hot Keys for Input Languages” section and click the “Change Key Sequence” button to change the current keyboard shortcut to switch between keyboard languages.

click on input language hot keys link

Windows 11 will now show you a list of keyboard shortcuts you can use to switch between keyboard languages. Choose the one you prefer and click the “Ok” button to save the changes. Unfortunately, you can only choose from the predefined shortcuts; you cannot choose a custom shortcut.

Click the “Apply” button in the main window and then the “Ok” button to confirm the changes.

That’s it; you have successfully changed the keyboard shortcut to switch between keyboard languages in Windows 11.

If you are switching to a specific keyboard language often, you can assign a dedicated hotkey to change to that keyboard language. That way, you don’t have to cycle through all the available keyboard languages before selecting the one you want to use. This is especially useful if you have installed more than two keyboard languages.

Here’s how to set a keyboard shortcut to switch to a specific keyboard language:

  • Open the Settings app with “Windows key + I.”
  • Select the keyboard language of your choice.
  • Select the “ Enable Key Sequence ” checkbox.
  • Set the shortcut of your choice using dropdowns.
  • Click the “ Ok ” button.
  • Click the “ Apply ” and “ Ok ” buttons.
  • You’ve successfully set a keyboard shortcut to switch to a specific keyboard language.

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Here are a few frequently asked questions about the keyboard language shortcut on Windows:

The default keyboard shortcut to change keyboard languages on Windows is “Left Alt + Shift” and “Windows key + Spacebar.” The first shortcut lets you switch between different languages while ignoring other layouts of the same language, whereas the second shortcut allows you to cycle through all the available layouts and select the keyboard language of your choice.

Switch Input Language allows you to set the keyboard shortcut to switch between different languages while ignoring other layouts of the same language. Switch Keyboard Layout allows you to set a keyboard shortcut to switch between layouts of the same language — for example, English (US) & English (UK).

You can change the keyboard language using the “Windows key + Spacebar” keyboard shortcut or by clicking on the language bar option on the taskbar.

Yes, you can set different keyboard shortcuts for each keyboard language you have installed. You will find out how to do it above.

Yes, it is possible to switch between keyboard languages using the touch screen in Windows. Tap on the language bar icon on the taskbar and select the keyboard language of your choice from the list.

If the keyboard shortcut to switch between keyboard languages is not working, there are a few things you can try: -> Check if the language you want to switch to is installed. -> Restart Windows and try the shortcut again. -> Open the Settings app and check if the correct keyboard language is selected. -> Check if the keyboard language is enabled on the language options page in the Windows Settings app.

Changing keyboard language shortcut on Windows – Conclusion

As you can see, changing the keyboard language shortcut is pretty easy. Though Windows forces you to choose from a limited set of hotkeys, you can use free software like PowerToys to remap the keyboard shortcut to the one you want to use. Additionally, you can also set a custom keyboard shortcut to switch to a specific keyboard language. If you encounter any issues while trying to change the shortcut, refer to the FAQs.

That is all. It is that simple to change the keyboard language shortcut on Windows 10 and 11.

I hope this simple Windows how-to guide helped you.

If you are stuck or need help, send an email, and I will try to help as much as possible.

If you like this article, check out how to change the display language from Chinese to English and sticky notes keyboard shortcuts .

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I have Windows 10 and followed all steps but when I input the short cuts on the keyboard, they do not work.

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you need to sign-out from your account and sign-in again after that they’ll start to work as you assigned, although if you look at menu again it might show your hotkeys unassigned, but still work in way you assigned

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The shortcuts for switching to specific languages work for me for a while. But if my computer goes to sleep the shortcuts no longer work after it wakes back up, and indeed have to be set up all over again.

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Worked! Really annoying to deal with.

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Keyboard shortcuts are keys or combinations of keys that provide an alternate way to do something you'd typically do with a mouse. 

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How to change keyboard layout on Windows 10

If you have to use more than one keyboard layout on Windows 10, in this guide, I'll show you how.

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On Windows 10 , in the initial setup, you usually get prompted to configure additional keyboard layouts. However, you can always add or remove layouts if you don't choose the correct setting or must type in another language.

Typically, changing the input settings is uncommon, but there are many situations when you might need to. For instance, sometimes you may need to switch to the Spanish layout to write words that include special characters like "Ñ," or prefer a different layout, such as the United States-Dvorak.

Whatever the reason it might be, Windows 10 ships with easy settings to add, remove, and change layouts for hardware and touch keyboards.

In this how-to guide , I will walk you through the steps to manage keyboard layouts on Windows 10.

How to add keyboard layout on Windows 10

To add a new keyboard layout on Windows 10, use these steps:

  • Open Settings .
  • Click on Time & Language.
  • Click on Language .
  • Under the "Preferred languages" section, select the current default language.
  • Click the Options button.
  • Under the "Keyboards" section, click the "Add a keyboard" button.
  • Select the new keyboard layout to add to Windows 10.
  • Repeat steps 6 and 7 to add more layouts.

Once you complete the steps, the new keyboard layout will be added to the device, and you can switch between them using the instructions below.

While changing layouts is straightforward, it'll reconfigure some of the keyboard keys, which means some of the keys may print a different character depending on the layout.

To switch between keyboard layouts on Windows 10, use these steps:

  • Click the Input Indicator icon in Taskbar (bottom right).
  • Select the new keyboard layout.
  • Repeat steps 1 and 2 to switch back to the default layout.

After you complete the steps, you can start typing with the new keyboard layout.

Enable Input Indicator

If the Input Indicator is not present in the Taskbar, you can enable it through the Settings app.

To enable the Input Indicator on Windows 10, use these steps:

  • Click on Personalization .
  • Click on Taskbar .
  • Under the "Notification area" section, click the "Turn system icons on or off" option.
  • Turn on the Input Indicator toggle switch.

Once you complete the steps, the icon will appear in the Taskbar's notification area to access the layouts and switch between them. You can also use the "Windows key + Spacebar" keyboard shortcut to cycle between the available keyboard layouts quickly.

How to remove keyboard layout on Windows 10

To remove a keyboard layout on Windows 10, use these steps:

  • Under the "Keyboards" section, select the keyboard to remove from the list.
  • Click the Remove button.
  • Repeat steps 6 and 7 to remove additional layouts.

Once you complete the steps, the keyboard layout will be removed from the device.

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K eyboard shortcuts are a great way to save time, whether you’re working or relaxing. While we’ve already covered some of our favorite Windows 10 shortcuts, there are also a few you should try out in Windows 11 . Here’s a look at some of our favorite shortcuts and how you can use them to your advantage.

New Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts

Windows 11 brings a new set of keyboard shortcuts that aren’t available in Windows 10. These shortcuts are catered to some of the new features in the operating system, like the Widgets Pane, Quick Settings, Notification Center, Snap Layouts, and Windows Copilot. Many of these shortcuts will require you to use the Windows Key (⊞), which you can find to the left of the spacebar.

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In addition to the keyboard shortcuts above, which are new in Windows 11, some of the Windows 10 shortcuts also carry over into the new operating system. These have also been found in older versions of Windows. You can use these to take screenshots, run searches, get to your settings app, get support, and a lot more.

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As Roach notes, this shortcut can be especially helpful if you need to change audio outputs frequently.

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Earlier, we touched on the fact that you can use a keyboard shortcut to take a screenshot on Windows PC (like Win + Shift + S ). But you should also know that there are actually a number of other keyboard shortcuts you can use to take screenshots on Windows 11 as well. For example, you can still simply press the Print Screen button on your keyboard to get a screenshot of your whole screen. You can also get a screenshot of only the active window by pressing Alt + Print Screen .

For more shortcuts you can use to to take screenshots on Windows 11, check out our How to take a screenshot on PC guide .

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We think you can use these shortcuts to your productivity advantage, which is why we suggest you also look into some of the best keyboards to use . Your laptop’s keyboard might be too cramped to punch out these shortcuts easily.

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    Left Alt + Shift - the default shortcut to change the keyboard language in Windows 10. It ignores other layouts you're using for the same language. Ctrl + Shift - switches between different keyboard layouts used for the same language. It only works if you added an alternative key configuration for the active language.

  13. Customize keyboard shortcuts

    Go to File > Options > Customize Ribbon. At the bottom of the Customize the Ribbon and keyboard shortcuts pane, select Customize. In the Save changes in box, select the current document name or template that you want to save the keyboard shortcut changes in.

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    Click and open the " Advanced keyboard settings " page. Click on the " Input language hot keys " link. Select the " Between input languages " option. Click the " Change Key Sequence " button. Select a keyboard shortcut under the "Switch Input Language" section. Click the " Ok " button in this and the main windows.

  15. Change Keyboard Input Language and Layout Shortcut in Windows 10

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  16. How to change shortcut keys for switching input method in Windows 10

    Click Advanced keyboard settings. 3. Select Language bar options and then click Advanced key settings. 4. Click Change the key sequence. Select the keyboard combination to use for switching between languages and click OK. 5. Now you can use the shortcut keys you have set when switching languages. Note: To switch the input method location: press ...

  17. Windows keyboard shortcuts

    Here are several common keyboard shortcuts: Windows 11 Windows 10. Copy: Ctrl + C. Cut: Ctrl + X. Paste: Ctrl + V. Maximize Window: F11 or Windows logo key + Up arrow. Open Task View: Windows logo key + Tab. Display and hide the desktop: Windows logo key + D. Switch between open apps: Alt + Tab.

  18. How to change keyboard layout on Windows 10

    Open Settings. Click on Time & Language. Click on Language. Under the "Preferred languages" section, select the current default language. Click the Options button. (Image credit: Mauro Huculak)...

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    What you'll need. A Windows device; A browser; A keyboard; The Short Version. Press Ctrl and Tab to move a tab to the right; Press Ctrl, Shift and Tab to move a tab to the left

  20. Changing The Clipboard Shortcut key

    Download and install PowerToys, after installing it, open it, go to Keyboard Manager > Under Shortcuts, select Reamp a shortcut. On the "Remap Shortcuts" window, on Physical Shortcut, select Type and press the key combination you want to use, on Mapped to press Type and press the key combination that creates the shortcut.

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