FICHA · MANJARO

xcape

Configure modifier keys to act as other keys when pressed and released on their own

  • cli-tool
  • CLI
  • DESKTOP
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Lets modifier keys perform a different action when tapped alone while keeping their normal modifier behavior in combinations. It is useful for keyboard customization such as turning Control, Alt, or Super into Escape or another key when pressed by itself.

This is an input customization tool for desktop sessions. Bad mappings can make the keyboard confusing or interfere with shortcuts, so users should test configuration before adding it to startup.

How to run

xcape

Commands: xcape

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