How to Remap Modifier Keys on macOS

Step by step

1. 15 sec

   Open System Settings

   Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen and select System Settings. Alternatively, press Command + Space, type System Settings, and press Return.

   Note: Command + Space
2. 15 sec

   Locate Keyboard settings

   In the sidebar of the System Settings window, scroll down and click on Keyboard. This menu contains all configuration options for your connected input devices.

3. 10 sec

   Open Modifier Keys menu

   Locate the Modifier Keys button positioned near the bottom of the Keyboard settings pane. Click this button to reveal the remapping interface.

4. 30 sec

   Remap your desired keys

   Identify the keyboard you wish to modify using the 'Select keyboard' dropdown menu. Click the dropdown menu next to the specific modifier key you want to change and select the new function from the list.

   Note: Select 'No Action' if you wish to disable a specific modifier key entirely.
5. 10 sec

   Save your changes

   Review your selections carefully to ensure the new assignments meet your requirements. Click Done to apply the changes to your system immediately.

6. 20 sec

   Restore default settings

   If you need to revert your keys to the factory configuration, return to the Modifier Keys menu. Click the Restore Defaults button to reset all keys to their original functions.

   Note: Restoring defaults applies to the currently selected keyboard in the dropdown menu.