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How do I switch the Ctrl and CapsLock keys on my keyboard?

Create a file called .xmodmaprc in the root of your home directory.
vi ~/.xmodmaprc
Copy the following lines into the file:
remove Lock = Caps_Lock

remove Control = Control_L

keysym Control_L = Caps_Lock

keysym Caps_Lock = Control_L

add Lock = Caps_Lock

add Control = Control_L
If you are using the bash shell, copy this line into your .bashrc file:
xmodmap .xmodmaprc
The settings will take effect the next time you log out and log back in.

Tuesday, September 14th 2004

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