How do I change shortcut keys with autohotkey?

Question

I use a Dvorak keyboard. Shortcuts like ctrl+x, ctrl+c, and ctrl+v are hard to use, so is there any way to remap them to ctrl+q, ctrl+j, and ctrl+k respectively, using AutoHotKey? Thanks!

Answer 1

Yes, this is pretty straight forward.

^x::^q
^c::^j
^v::^k

Note, this does not alter the behavior of the original shortcuts. To do that you would have to remap those as well. For more information, look at "remap keys or mouse buttons" in the help file. It also describes a method for remapping keys somewhat more directly from the registry.

Answer 2

It is straightforward indeed, only to achieve the effect you want, you need to code it the opposite way:

^q::^x
^j::^c
^k::^v

It translates to <what-keys-you-press>::<what-is-sent-instead>. Just be aware you may create a conflict, if some application happens to have these shortcuts defined.