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xcape vs xmodmap

A side-by-side look at xcape and xmodmap. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

xcape

xcape

Os & Utilities

xcape is a Linux utility that allows you to assign keyboard shortcuts to keys when modifier keys are held down. It enables extra functionality from keys when using keyboard shortcuts.

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xmodmap

xmodmap

Os & Utilities

xmodmap is a utility for modifying keyboard mappings and pointer button mappings in Xorg. It allows users to remap keys and buttons and assign different functions without having to edit configuration files directly.

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