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    How to tweak colemak?

    • Started by Nicolas
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    • Registered: 18-Aug-2008
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    I really don't like the position of the hyphen and I know that it's possible to modify the Colemak layout. What is the best (suggested) method to do this? I'm using XP, by the way. Thanks

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    • Registered: 17-Mar-2008
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    I use Keyboard layout manager, which is free for the simpler versions. Other programs include the Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator, which is free but not as good in my opinion.

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    • From: Viken, Norway
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    What makes the Keyboard Layout Manager (free versions) better than MSKLC, in your opinion?

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    Virtual key code editing (or resolving in the free version) - although you can get by if you are happy to hand edit the generated file. Also, I feel the interface is a lot nicer, especially if you tinker a bit. For instance, there is no export step, just save and reboot.

    The non-free version has many other advantages. Caps lock special settings, special key editing (space, tab, return). Ligatures and dead keys. There's more stuff, but to be honest I can't remember exactly what features the Microsoft tool has so I don't want to risk spreading misinformation.

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