laptop - How to invert the Fn key - Super User
Mar 29, 2014 · I have this problem on my laptop: If my Fn key is pressed, the normal (PC-like) F1 - F12 keys will be triggered; when it isn't, then the special keys will be triggered (e.g. …
How can I toggle between Fn and function F-keys on Mac?
Dec 2, 2022 · The only way I can click to, say, change brightness is to click the FN key. What is causing this and how do I change it back to standard function key functionality?
HP laptop F1-12 keys inverted with Fn - Super User
Apparently this can be adjusted in your notebook's BIOS. From HP's "Disable The Fn + Function Key Combination on Certain Models": On most HP and Compaq notebook PCs, it is necessary …
kernel - How do Fn keys work? - Ask Ubuntu
I like to know how Fn keys work in my laptop. I think a kernel module exist that catch Fn key and call some scripts to do something. In my laptop, Fn+F2 switch power of wireless and blue …
Make function keys behave as normal on a Lenovo laptop
Jun 21, 2017 · How can I make buttons F1, ..., F12 behave as normal on Windows 10 and as buttons specifically for my laptop when pressing Fn+F...? By buttons which are specific for my …
How can I toggle the Fn (function) key? - Ask Ubuntu
Jan 12, 2017 · Is there a way to toggle the Fn key? I'd like to be able to toggle it so I don't have to press Fn+F12 to raise the volume, for example. I'm running Ubuntu 16.04.1 LTS on an Asus …
How To Permanently Lock the "Fn" Key Down So It Is Active On …
On most HP and Compaq notebook computers, it is necessary to press and hold the function key (fn) while pressing one of the f1 through f12 keys to activate the default functions; such as, …
mac - Function keys with an external keyboard - Super User
Sep 4, 2025 · When using an external keyboard, how can I use a function key as a function key (e.g., F10) instead of a Mac custom control button (e.g., mute)? The built-in keyboard contains …
keyboard - I now have to press the Fn button to get normal F key ...
May 4, 2024 · This key is often labeled with "Fn" and a lock icon. Here's how to switch back to the primary function keys: Locate the "Fn Lock" or "Function Lock" key on your keyboard. It's …
How do I press the Fn key using a PC keyboard on a Mac?
The Fn key on mac keyboards is a hardware driven feature. What are you trying to accomplish? I have a Microsoft Wireless keyboard attached to my MacBook Pro and can do much of what …