Mac OS X: How to Swap Control, Caps Lock, Option, Command Keys

Xah Lee, 2007-12, 2011-06

This page shows you how to swap the ⌘ Cmd key with ⌥ Opt key on Mac OS X. (or switching any modifier keys)

Mac OS X

Starting with Mac OS X version 10.4, you can switch modifier keys to any other. This is done in “System Preferences”, “Keyboard ＆ Mouse”.

For more advanced key swapping, see: Mac OS X Keyboard Layout, Keymapping, Keybinding, Tools.

See also:

• Microsoft Windows: Swap CapsLock, Alt, Control Keys
• Linux: How to Swap Control ＆ Alt Keys