Remapping Artist Shortcut Keys on XP-Pen Tablet for Remote Linux Use

Using XP-Pen Shortcut Remote with Deco Pro Tablet: A Guide to Remapping Dial Keys

The XP-Pen Deco Pro tablet is a popular choice among digital artists, and its Shortcut Remote provides even more functionality to streamline the creative process. This article will cover how to remap the dial keys on the Shortcut Remote to suit your preferences when using Linux.

Understanding the XP-Pen Shortcut Remote

The XP-Pen Shortcut Remote is a wireless controller designed to work seamlessly with XP-Pen graphics tablets. It features 10 dial keys that can be customized to perform various functions, such as zooming, panning, and brush size adjustment. However, the default mappings may not always align with your workflow, especially when using Linux.

Remapping Dial Keys on Linux

Linux users can remap the dial keys on the Shortcut Remote using various methods. Here, we'll discuss one of the most popular methods: using the xsetwacom command-line tool.

Installing xsetwacom

To use xsetwacom, you'll first need to install it on your Linux system. Most distributions have it available in their package repositories. For example, on Ubuntu or Debian, you can install it with the following command:

Identifying the Device

Before remapping the dial keys, you'll need to identify your XP-Pen device. Run the following command to list all connected tablets and input devices:

Look for your XP-Pen tablet and Shortcut Remote in the output. They should be listed as separate devices. Take note of their device IDs, as you'll need them for the remapping process.

Remapping Dial Keys

To remap the dial keys, use the xsetwacom set command followed by the device ID, the dial key you want to remap (e.g., "Button 2"), and the desired keyboard key or command. For example, to map the top dial key to the "Page Up" function, use the following command:

Replace "XP-Pen Deco Pro tablet Pad pad" with your tablet's actual name and "Button 2" with the appropriate dial key number. The "key" command indicates that you're mapping a keyboard key.

Popular Dial Key Mappings

Here are some popular dial key mappings for digital artists:

• Button 2: key PageUp
• Button 3: key PageDown
• Button 4: key Control_L + key Equal
• Button 5: key Control_L + key Minus
• Button 6: key Control_L + key Plus
• Button 7: key Control_L + key KP_Multiply
• Button 8: key Control_L + key KP_Divide
• Button 9: key Control_L + key KP_Subtract
• Button 10: key Control_L + key KP_Add

Remapping dial keys on the XP-Pen Shortcut Remote can significantly improve your workflow when using a Deco Pro tablet on Linux. By using the xsetwacom command-line tool, you can customize the dial keys to perform various functions, making your creative process more efficient and enjoyable.

References

• Type: Online Resource

  Title: XP-Pen Deco Pro Tablet User Manual

  URL: https://www.xp-pen.com/documents/10315/11158/Deco-Pro-User-Manual.pdf

• Type: Online Resource

  Title: xsetwacom documentation

  URL: https://linux.die.net/man/1/xsetwacom