Re: What is the magic inherent in the F4 keyboard EXIT key?

On 3/23/23 00:12, this is what Michael wrote:
> On Wed, 22 Mar 2023 23:18:46 -0400, Paul wrote:
> 
>> Thus, we can conclude from this, that the program developer
>> sees that Windows does that with alt-F4, so the developer
>> decides that a "naked F4" will be the exit key.
>>
>> That is the only significance. Imitation.
> 
> Do you think I can map the F4 key (which I don't use for anything else) to
> a key that I can more easily use (especially on the smaller laptops and
> especially at night because my small laptop has no lights in the keys)?
> 
> I've tried other keys, like F3 and control+c which work to some extent but
> which often hang up. I saw people asked the same question on the openvpn
> forum and the developers were snotty (imho) telling them what's the problem
> with using the F4 key. Get over it.
> 
> Otherwise, I guess I just have to get over it but at night on an unlit
> keyboard (and especially laptops which require fn first) it's harder.
There are usb clip on lights that you can get for a laptop.
https://www.amazon.com/i2-Gear-Dimmable-Flexible-Gooseneck/dp/B0BSG8ZTGS
Just one of may diff styles.  Some even change colors & dim.
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     Al