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To customize the keyboard shortcut for the "@" (at) symbol on a Mac, you can remap a modifier key or use text substitution. You can remap keys in System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts > Modifier Keys. Alternatively, you can use text substitution in System Settings > Keyboard > Text to automatically replace a typed phrase (e.g., "at") with the "@" symbol, according to Apple Support and a YouTube tutorial.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. Using Modifier Keys (for remapping existing keys):
Go to System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts.
Click on "Modifier Keys".
Choose a modifier key (e.g., Caps Lock, Control, Option, Command).
Select a new function for that key from the dropdown menu.
For example, you could remap Caps Lock to be the Option key.
You can then use the remapped key in combination with other keys to produce the "@" symbol (e.g., if you remapped Caps Lock to Option, you could then use Caps Lock + 2 to produce "@" if that was the default behavior).
2. Using Text Substitution (for creating a new shortcut):
Go to System Settings > Keyboard > Text.
Click the "+" button to add a new entry.
In the "Replace" field, type the phrase you want to trigger the "@" symbol (e.g., "at").
In the "With" field, type the "@" symbol.
Now, whenever you type "at" (or whatever phrase you chose), it will automatically be replaced with "@", says a YouTube tutorial.
This method allows you to create a shortcut for any character, not just "@", according to Apple Support.
3. Considerations:
Be mindful of existing keyboard shortcuts to avoid conflicts.
If you encounter conflicts, you'll need to adjust your custom shortcut or the existing one.
You can always restore default keyboard shortcuts in System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts by clicking "Restore Defaults".
