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Is there a way I can have persistent access to the special characters above the numeric keys? I'm thinking something akin to the CAPS LOCK key but that locks the numeric keys to the equivalent Shift + number combination. For example when I press the 3 key I would get a # instead. I'm not looking to install any 3rd party software for this, but rather I'm looking for some function built-in to either all keyboards or the OS.

Joel B
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  • ..What OS are you using? – Raystafarian Nov 06 '14 at 16:19
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    If you are using Windows sounds like someone might actually get to use from [StickyKeys](https://www.microsoft.com/resources/documentation/windows/xp/all/proddocs/en-us/access_stickykeys_settings.mspx?mfr=true). Once enabled hit shift twice to lock shift. Tested on Windows 7 x64 – Matt Nov 06 '14 at 16:25
  • @Matt I've been nothing but annoyed by StickeyKeys but this sounds like a legitimate use. Usually I just end up trying to brainstorm and forget I'm in mid-sentence holding down Shift and spend the next 5 mins trying to turn it off. – Joel B Nov 06 '14 at 16:51
  • @Raystafarian - Windows. Updated tags accordingly. – Joel B Nov 06 '14 at 16:53

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On Windows, you can enable ease of access functions to allow toggling status for SHIFT or CONTROL.

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