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geekhack Community => Keyboards => Topic started by: dmbr on Sat, 09 June 2012, 20:05:02

Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: dmbr on Sat, 09 June 2012, 20:05:02

I've seen some pics where it appears to have been done. Is it an R4 keycap that's being used?

Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: Nunez on Sat, 09 June 2012, 22:11:32

Well, its definitely possible.

The height profile will be an issue.

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Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: Rumudiez on Sun, 10 June 2012, 18:13:20

What pics have you seen doing it that are actually appealing? As Nunez wrote, it's possible given all cherry stems are the same and stabilizers won't be an issue, but it's kind of weird..

Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: metafour on Sun, 10 June 2012, 18:15:28

I use the short right shift from an 1822 as my capslock.

Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: dmbr on Mon, 11 June 2012, 11:58:36

Quote from: Nunez;610602

Well, its definitely possible.

The height profile will be an issue.

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Ah, I see. Hadn't considered the height.

I have a clear r4 which I was thinking of using for looks with the LED; I also figured it might cut down on accidental allcaps.

Thanks for the replies!

Title: Can you replace caps lock with an R4 key?
Post by: MMB on Mon, 11 June 2012, 13:17:18

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