![]() ![]() Outcome for Switching: A successful KSM manager would increase comfortability and users wouldn’t feel like they lost functionality or convenience with switching to Windows 10. Going to the address bar in Google Chrome on a Mac is cmd + L, on a PC, that would map to Alt + D. Even within identical applications there are shortcut disparities. For example, copying an object on MacOS, cmd + C, requires your thumb whereas on Windows, Ctrl + C, it’s your pinky. Simple tasks like locking the computer, copy / paste, and switching browsers now require thinking and the lack of muscle memory makes the user feels clumsy at times. Switching from Mac/Linux: A user who has recently made the switch to Windows and is having trouble adjusting to the keyboard differences. "Ever wish you could change some shortcuts and edit keyboard buttons? Or switch computers and your keyboard was slightly different? PowerToys is here to solve all your keyboard woes with a Keyboard Shortcut Manager! Customize your experience by remapping keys or creating new shortcuts!" 1.5 Narrative / Scenario The new Powertoys Keyboard Manager allows you to customize the keyboard to be more productive by remapping keys and creating your own keyboard shortcuts. Historically, Windows has not easily let you configure your keyboard. The keyboard is still the primary method of interacting with your device(s). With it, all the keys on your keyboard are dynamic and can be remapped to provide different outputs.Įver switched computers and the shortcut to search your computer was different? Or change the keys you press an app you use often? This utility is perfect if you’re always looking to be more efficient on your computer or are a long-time user of a different OS and want to bring your keypresses and shortcuts with you! 1.3 Elevator Pitch Powertoys has just released a new utility called “Keyboard Shortcut Manager”! This keyboard manager enables customers to customize their computer on a keyboard level. Exotic key: These are keys that are unique and don’t exist on many keyboards.KSM: Acronym for Keyboard Shortcut Manager.An example is Ctrl+ Z un-doing an action in Microsoft Word ![]() Shortcuts or Key shortcuts: A combination of 2 or more keystrokes that results in a user-defined action.An example is remapping the “Tab” key to “Delete”. Key Remapping: Refers to the act of changing the output of a keystroke on your keyboard. ![]() Here are a few definitions of words found throughout this document to ensure clarity: ![]()
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