Microsoft's finally letting you change the Copilot key back to what it was before Windows 11's AI assistant existed
Microsoft is allowing users to remap the Copilot key back to its original function as the Right Control key or as the Context menu key. This change addresses accessibility concerns for users who rely on keyboard shortcuts. An update will be released later this year to implement these new remapping options.
- ▪Microsoft is introducing options to remap the Copilot key on Windows 11 devices.
- ▪Users can redefine the Copilot key to function as the Right Ctrl key or the Context menu key.
- ▪This change aims to improve accessibility for users who depend on keyboard shortcuts.
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Computing Software Windows Microsoft's finally letting you change the Copilot key back to what it was before Windows 11's AI assistant existed News By Darren Allan published 19 May 2026 Taking back Right Control When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future / James Holland) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Microsoft is bringing in more options for remapping the Copilot keyYou'll be able to redefine it to invoke the context menu, or use it as Right CtrlThis used to be the Right Ctrl key before Microsoft jettisoned it to make room for the…
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