Reverting Mapped Caps Lock Key in Windows 10
In this article, we will discuss the steps to revert the mapped Caps Lock key in Windows 10. If you have accidentally mapped your Caps Lock key to another function or want to restore the default behavior of the key, you can follow the steps outlined below.
Using PowerShell to Revert Mapped Caps Lock Key
The easiest way to revert the mapped Caps Lock key in Windows 10 is by using PowerShell. Here are the steps to follow:
- Press the Windows key + X and select
Windows PowerShell (Admin)from the menu that appears. - In the PowerShell window, type the following command and press Enter:
Get-Pscap | Where-Object {$_.Name -eq "CapsLock"} | Set-Pscap -Value 0x00000001This command will reset the Caps Lock key to its default behavior.
Verifying the Caps Lock Key Behavior
To verify that the Caps Lock key has been reverted to its default behavior, follow these steps:
- Press the Caps Lock key and check if the Caps Lock indicator light on your keyboard turns on.
- Type a few letters to ensure that the Caps Lock function is working as expected.
Understanding the PowerShell Command
The PowerShell command used to revert the mapped Caps Lock key is composed of three main parts:
Get-Pscap: This command retrieves the current PowerShell caps lock state.Where-Object {$_.Name -eq "CapsLock"}: This command filters the results to only include the Caps Lock key.Set-Pscap -Value 0x00000001: This command sets the Caps Lock key to its default behavior.
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Note: This article is for informational purposes only. The author is not responsible for any damage or loss caused by following the steps outlined in this article.