unix less - problem with Enter key on numeric keypad

Question

When I use the unix command 'less' I am constantly frustrated that using the Enter key on the numeric keypad doesn't work but instead types 'ESCOM'.

Is there a way to fix that?

Answer 1

This is because the number pad's Enter key sends a different command then the keyboard Enter key. You could globally re-map the key to send the normal Return/Enter command, but understand that it will effect how the key works in all the other programs too.

Here are some tips on how to remap the key in X-Windows using xmodmap, or in the console/terminal using loadkeys. You probably want to map keycode 104 ("KP_Enter") to the "Return" command.

Answer 2

Use lesskey.

~ $ vi .lesskey
#command
\OM        forw-line
~ $ lesskey

If this character doesn't match the one in your keyboard try using the escaped octal value.
You can also use another action like invalid (beeps) or noaction.