How to Change What the Fn Keys Do in Windows 10 and 11
The function keys are handy, but you can truly make them your own with some customization.
The function keys at the top of your keyboard serve as a shortcut to control certain hardware features. For instance, if you want to turn on the backlit keyboard, they allow you to do so by pressing a key, saving you from having to do the same through Windows.
By default, these keys can only be used when you press the dedicated Fn key with them. Nevertheless, you can customize this setting, along with many others, to suit your needs. Here are the different ways you can modify the settings of Windows 10 and 11 function keys.
What Are the Function Keys, and Why Do You Need Them?
Function keys, or just "Fn" for short, are used to trigger functions of the F keys (F1, F2, F3, etc.) on the top of the keyboard. In essence, it acts as a shortcut key for basic yet essential functions like changing the volume, brightness, and backlight.
In most laptops, there are 12 function keys (they used to be a lot more in the older devices), and you can use them by pressing them along with the "Fn" key on your keyboard. So for instance, if you wish to enable the backlit keyboard using the F3 key, you can hold the Fn key and then press F3 to make the desired changes.
We have a detailed guide to function keys where we discuss what all 12 keys do. You can check it out for more insight on the topic.
1. How to Change the Function Key Settings Using the Mobility Settings on Dell Computers
The easiest way to change function keys is by modifying settings within the Windows Mobility Center. This method, however, will only work for those of you using a Dell device.
Here is how to proceed:
- Type Windows Mobility Center in Windows search and click Open .
- In the following window, look for the Fn key row section and expand the drop-down under it.
- If you wish to choose the F keys for basic functions, choose Function key .
If you own other devices, then you might want to look for similar options in the System or keyboard settings. You can also search the manufacturer’s official website for information regarding such customizations.
2. How to Modify the Function Keys Settings in the BIOS
You can also make the changes directly in BIOS, which helps the operating system and the hardware load properly.
The steps of accessing BIOS in different devices can vary. Below, we have discussed the steps of accessing BIOS and making the desired changes in HP. If you own a different device, then it is best to head over to the manufacturer’s website and look for the steps of accessing BIOS there.
- First, turn off your PC.
- Now restart the device and repeatedly press the F10 key. This should successfully launch the BIOS.
- Navigate to System Configuration menu > Action Keys Mode .
- Use the Enter key to enable or disable the features.
- Click Exit to save the changes.
The steps of performing this action in other devices are somewhat similar, if not entirely. For instance, on Acer devices, you need to press the F2 key and the power button together. Then, navigate to System Configuration > Action Keys Mode and use the Enter key to make the changes.
3. How to Change the Function Key Settings Using the UEFI Settings
If you cannot boot into BIOS for some reason, try changing the Fn keys using UEFI settings. UEFI is basically BIOS on steroids, as it offers a bunch of additional functions and is more powerful.
- Press the Win + I keys to open Windows Settings.
- In the following window, select Troubleshoot .
- In the following window, head over to the Configuration tab.
- Click Save and then press Exit to sign out of BIOS.
How to Enable the Fn Lock
If you do not want to press the Fn key every time you want to enable/disable any of the 12 functions, you can toggle on the Fn lock. With this feature, the Fn key will appear to always be held down on the keyboard, and you will be able to use any function key without having to first press the Fn key.
In most keyboards, the Fn lock is associated with the Esc key, but it can be different in your device. Typically, these keys have a lock icon on them. You can use the manufacturer’s website to find the lock on your device if you cannot locate a key with a lock icon.
Once you have found the key, hold the Fn key and press the lock key. This will enable the function. You can follow the same steps for disabling it in the future.
Is It a Good Idea To Change Fn Key Settings?
Changes to Fn keys are safe and do not have any negative consequences. The customization options for the keys within Windows are limited, but there are quite a few third-party resources that you can look into if you want to modify keys a step further.
On Windows, you can also disable specific keys on your keyboard so you can avoid accidentally pressing keys you don't use. As a general rule, if you follow the steps carefully, you should have no problems!
Use the Function Keys Like a Pro
Function keys are great for improving productivity and efficiency. With the right techniques in mind, you can make the most of them. We hope that following the steps above enabled you to modify the setting of your function keys. It is also important to note that all the methods outlined above don't make a permanent change to the system, so you can always revert the changes.
Using your keyboard
Whether you're writing a letter or calculating numerical data, your keyboard is the main way to enter information into your computer. But did you know you can also use your keyboard to control your computer? Learning a few simple keyboard commands(instructions to your computer) can help you work more efficiently.
How the keys are organized
The keys on your keyboard can be divided into several groups based on function:
Typing (alphanumeric) keys . These keys include the same letter, number, punctuation, and symbol keys found on a traditional typewriter.
Function keys . The function keys are used to perform specific tasks. They are labeled as F1, F2, F3, and so on, up to F12. The functionality of these keys differs from program to program.
Navigation keys . These keys are used for moving around in documents or webpages and editing text. They include the arrow keys, Home, End, Page Up, Page Down, Delete, and Insert.
Numeric keypad . The numeric keypad is handy for entering numbers quickly. The keys are grouped together in a block like a conventional calculator or adding machine.
The following illustration shows how these keys are arranged on a typical keyboard. Your keyboard layout might be different.
Typing text
In addition to letters, numerals, punctuation marks, and symbols, the typing keys also include Shift, Caps Lock, Tab, Enter, the Spacebar, and Backspace.
Using keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard shortcutsare ways to perform actions by using your keyboard. They're called shortcuts because they help you work faster. In fact, almost any action or command you can perform with a mouse can be performed faster using one or more keys on your keyboard.
In Help topics, a plus sign (+) between two or more keys indicates that those keys should be pressed in combination. For example, Ctrl + A means to press and hold Ctrl and then press A. Ctrl + Shift + A means to press and hold Ctrl and Shift and then press A.
Find program shortcuts
You can do things in most programs by using the keyboard. To see which commands have keyboard shortcuts, open a menu. The shortcuts (if available) are shown next to the menu items.
Keyboard shortcuts appear next to menu items.
Choose menus, commands, and options.
You can open menus and choose commands and other options using your keyboard. In a program that has menus with underlined letters, press Alt and an underlined letter to open the corresponding menu. Press the underlined letter in a menu item to choose that command. For programs that use the ribbon, such as Paint and WordPad, pressing Alt overlays (rather than underlines) a letter that can be pressed.
Press Alt + F to open the File menu, then press P to choose the Print command.
This trick works in dialog boxes too. Whenever you see an underlined letter attached to an option in a dialog box, it means you can press Alt plus that letter to choose that option.
Useful shortcuts
The following table lists some of the most useful keyboard shortcuts. For a more detailed list, see Keyboard shortcuts.
Using navigation keys
The navigation keys allow you to move the cursor, move around in documents and webpages, and edit text. The following table lists some common functions of these keys.
Using the numeric keypad
The numeric keypad arranges the numerals 0 though 9, the arithmetic operators + (addition), - (subtraction), * (multiplication), and / (division), and the decimal point as they would appear on a calculator or adding machine. These characters are duplicated elsewhere on the keyboard, of course, but the keypad arrangement allows you to rapidly enter numerical data or mathematical operations with one hand.
Numeric Keyboard
To use the numeric keypad to enter numbers, press Num Lock. Most keyboards have a light that indicates whether Num Lock is on or off. When Num Lock is off, the numeric keypad functions as a second set of navigation keys (these functions are printed on the keys next to the numerals or symbols).
You can use your numeric keypad to perform simple calculations with Calculator.
Operate Calculator with the numeric keypad
Open Calculator by clicking the Start button . In the search box, type Calculator , and then, in the list of results, click Calculator .
Check your keyboard light to see if Num Lock is on. If it isn't, press Num Lock .
Using the numeric keypad, type the first number in the calculation.
On the keypad, type + to add, - to subtract, * to multiply, or / to divide.
Type the next number in the calculation.
Press Enter to complete the calculation.
Three odd keys
So far, we've discussed almost every key you're likely to use. But for the truly inquisitive, let's explore the three most mysterious keys on the keyboard: PrtScn, Scroll Lock, and Pause/Break.
PrtScn (or Print Screen)
A long time ago, this key actually did what it says—it sent the current screen of text to your printer. Nowadays, pressing PrtScn captures an image of your entire screen (a "screen shot") and copies it to the Clipboard in your computer's memory. From there you can paste it (Ctrl + V) into Microsoft Paint or another program and, if you want, print it from that program.
More obscure is SYS RQ, which shares the key with PrtScn on some keyboards. Historically, SYS RQ was designed to be a "system request," but this command is not enabled in Windows.
Tip: Press Alt + PrtScn to capture an image of just the active window, instead of the entire screen.
ScrLk (or Scroll Lock)
In most programs, pressing Scroll Lock has no effect. In a few programs, pressing Scroll Lock changes the behavior of the arrow keys and the Page Up and Page Down keys; pressing these keys causes the document to scroll without changing the position of the cursor or selection. Your keyboard might have a light indicating whether Scroll Lock is on.
Pause/Break
This key is rarely used. In some older programs, pressing this key pauses the program or, in combination with Ctrl, stops it from running.
Some modern keyboards come with "hot keys" or buttons that give you quick, one-press access to programs, files, or commands. Other models have volume controls, scroll wheels, zoom wheels, and other gadgets. For details about these features, check the information that came with your keyboard or computer, or go to the manufacturer's website.
Tips for using your keyboard safely
Using your keyboard properly can help avoid soreness or injury to your wrists, hands, and arms, particularly if you use your computer for long periods. Here are a few tips to help improve keyboard use:
Place your keyboard at elbow level. Your upper arms should be relaxed at your sides.
Center your keyboard in front of you. If your keyboard has a numeric keypad, you can use the spacebar as the centering point.
Type with your hands and wrists floating above the keyboard, so that you can use your whole arm to reach for distant keys instead of stretching your fingers.
Avoid resting your palms or wrists on any type of surface while typing. If your keyboard has a palm rest, use it only during breaks from typing.
While typing, use a light touch and keep your wrists straight.
When you're not typing, relax your arms and hands.
Take short breaks from computer use every 15 to 20 minutes.
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Programmable Function Keys
Use this feature to program the function keys [F1] through [F12] to quickly perform commands according to your personal needs. In addition to [F1] through [F12] you can combine a function key with [CTRL] or [SHIFT] allowing you to program up to 36 function keys. Function Keys are different than keyboard shortcuts. A Function Key can be assigned to perform many operations or commands in addition to menu selections. Function keys are assigned at the PC level.
Function key programming is not available in some module releases.
You can not combine a function key with both [CTRL] and [SHIFT] together.
[CTRL + F4] is reserved by Windows™ for closing launched windows.
To open Function Keys click File from the Menu Bar .
Click Settings .
Click Client Options .
Click System .
Or, use the keyboard shortcut : [ALT] [f] [e] [o] [s]
For directions on programming function keys, click more .
To view Function Key Commands, click more .
To see sample function key assignments, click more .
In this example, when you press ...
[F1] Web Help opens.
[SHIFT + F1] Customer Maintenance opens and the new record window opens for you to add another customer.
[CTRL + F1] Cash Receipts Entry opens; Clerk number one information is loaded and accepted as well as the Cash Processing date (defaults as the system date). You are now ready to enter cash receipts!
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How To Use Function Keys Without Pressing Fn Key On Windows 10
Method 1. Toggle the Fn Lock key
This key is usually the Esc key or a completely separate key. All you have to do is look on your keyboard and search for any key with a padlock symbol on it.
Once you’ve located this key, press the Fn key and the Fn Lock key at the same time. Now, you’ll be able to use your Fn keys without having to press the Fn key to perform functions.
Method 2. Make modifications in the BIOS
Most of the time, users don’t have a dedicated Fn Lock key on the keyboard. If this is your case, you’ll need to go into the BIOS to make a modification and start using functions without the Fn key.
- Completely power off your device. Make sure that it’s turned off before proceeding with the steps below.
- Turn on your device and immediately press the F10 key about once every second to open the BIOS setup window.
- If you’re having trouble accessing the BIOS, we recommend looking up the official BIOS guide of your current operating system.
- Press the up-arrow or down-arrow keys to select the Action Keys Mode option, and then press the Enter key to display the menu.
- Select the Enabled option to require only the F1 through F12 keys to use the action as indicated on the action key, without having to press the Fn key itself.
- Press the F10 key again to save the changes, and restart your device. Once your system boots up, you should be able to use the function keys without having to press the Fn key as well.
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How to Change Fn Key Settings in Windows 10
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- The function keys can perform multiple actions, depending on if you are using them as a regular function or not.
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- Depending on your PC model, you need to perform a different action to change Fn key settings, but the process is mostly the same.
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Today’s laptops are designed in a way to help you perform any function you may need and this is also reflected in the multitude of keys that you will find in the functions row keyboard.
Function keys, also known as Fn keys, have the purpose of helping you make various actions that are related to volume, Wi-Fi, playback, and even hardware features.
Of course, you can also use them like classic standard F keys, if you are playing games for example.
In this article we will explore a few easy ways in which you can assign function keys in Windows 10, so make sure to keep on reading.
How can I change the function key settings in Windows 10?
1. from bios.
- Turn off the computer by pressing and holding the Power button for at least five seconds.
- Press the F10 key repeatedly when the device restarts, to open the BIOS Setup Utility .
- Press the right or left arrow key to select the System Configuration menu .
- Next, select the Action Keys Mode.
- Press the Enter key to display the Enabled / Disabled options .
- Reboot your device and press F2 to enter the BIOS settings .
- Go to the Advanced tab , using the arrow keys.
- Scroll down to the Function Key Behavior option .
- Change the setting to the Functions key.
- Press Exit .
- Simultaneously hold the F2 key and Power button.
- In the BIOS screen go to the System Configuration Menu .
- In the Action Keys Mode option press the Enter key to display the Enable/Disable menu .
- Select the desired mode.
- Press Exit when you’re done.
1. Click the Start icon and select Settings .
2. Next, click on Update & Security .
3. Click on Recovery and then select Restart now .
4. From the Options menu, select Troubleshoot .
5. Click UEFI Firmware Settings and choose Restart .
6. In the BIOS menu, select the Configuration tab.
7. Select Hotkey Mode and set it to Enabled or Disabled , depending on your preference.
8. Save and Exit the BIOS menu (press F10 and then Enter ).
Depending on your device, the process of changing function key settings in Windows 10 can be slightly different, but the steps are mostly the same.
Basically, you need to restart your PC, access BIOS, and then navigate to the Configuration menu . From there, you can easily change Fn key settings in just a few clicks.
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If your Fn keys are not working on Windows 10 , check out our dedicated guide to find out what to do.
2. Press the Keyboard shortcut
Another method that you have at hand, in case you want to use the Function Keys without pressing the Fn Key, is to use the keyboard shortcut.
This is a fairly easy method to use, as you don’t have to go into the BIOS settings in order to make the change.
First, make sure you locate the Fn lock key on your keyboard, and once you find it all you need to do is simultaneously press the Fn key along with the standard F1 , and F2 keys that you wish to use.
And that was all, now you can use the function keys, without pressing the Fn key. Whenever you want to switch back, you will only need to make the same steps you did previously, and that will disable the function.
3. Change UEFI settings
- Click On Start Menu, and type Settings to launch Windows Settings
- Click on Update & Security from the list and go to Recovery on the left side
- Click on the Restart now button. Your laptop will now restart and it will open the UEFI settings
- Click the Troubleshoot option once your Windows boots into recovery mode
- Under Troubleshoot choose Advanced Options
- Next, choose UEFI firmware Settings under Advanced Options and click on Restart .
Once you completed the above steps, you will be able to search for the function key option and make sure to disable it in the UEFI settings.
4. Use Control Panel
You will find the option to change the function keys as standard, in the Boot Camp configuration panel.
For example, if you are using Dell this option will be found in the Windows Mobility Center. Other manufacturers may have the option in the same place, so make sure to check that out.
In order to access it on Windows 10, make sure to right-click on the Start button and simply select the Mobility Center option.
It’s also possible to have this option in the keyboard setting configuration tool which can be found in the System menu or right in the Start menu.
If you are using ASUS you will see that it comes with preinstalled ASUS Keyboard Hotkeys that can be found in the Windows app.
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No doubt about it can be really frustrating not being able to use the brightness or volume keys. Fortunately enough the fix for this issue is fairly simple and you can reverse the Fn functions within just a few clicks.
As you can see in the above-presented solutions, you can either make these changes from the keyboard, if you can locate the Fn key on your device.
Otherwise, you can go into the BIOS settings, and depending on which device model you are using, there are some specific steps you can make in order to make the change.
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Shortcuts, Hotkeys, Macros, Oh My: How to Remap Your Keyboard
If you're looking to change key functions on your computer's keyboard in Windows or macOS, these methods can help.
The standard Windows keyboard layout hasn't changed much in the past few decades, but there's a chance you don't use every key on your keyboard. If you think the Caps Lock key would work better as something else, or wish you could open up Windows' Task Manager with one keystroke instead of three, there are a few ways to remap those commands.
Thanks to a variety of free software options, you can set individual keys to new functions or remap complex button combinations into simplified single-button presses. The option you choose comes down to your comfort level dealing with third-party software and how complex your solution needs to be.
Remap Keys and Shortcuts With PowerToys
Don't trust a third-party developer? The easiest way to remap your keyboard is through Microsoft PowerToys , a set of utilities (including keyboard customization) designed for power users. Install the program from its GitHub page (Opens in a new window) and open the Power Toys Settings page from the Windows System Tray.
Click Keyboard Manager , then select Remap a key to re-assign individual keys or Remap a shortcut to assign hotkey combinations to a single key. Click the + button, then set the key and map it to a specific action. So instead of hitting Ctrl + C to copy, you can assign that shortcut to the left Alt button on your keyboard.
Add as many remapped keys or shortcuts as you need, then click OK at the top of the page to save the changes. If you ever want to remove any, just click the trash can icon next to the listing and delete it.
Switch Individual Keys With SharpKeys
If you merely want to remap one key to another, SharpKeys (Opens in a new window) is a simple, open-source program that uses the Windows registry. This makes it the best option for these kinds of one-to-one key remappings. You don't need to rely on some other software as a middleman, and you'll run into the fewest compatibility issues, since Windows itself is interpreting the keystrokes.
Download the program from the Microsoft Store (Opens in a new window) and start it up. To remap a key, click the Add button and choose your keys from the two columns. The left column denotes the key you'll press (for example, the Caps Lock key) and the right column denotes the action that key will take (for example, acting as the Windows key).
You can also press the Type Key button and press a key on your keyboard if you have trouble hunting it down in the list. When you're done, click OK . Repeat this process for any other remappings, then click the Write to Registry button. As an example, I use SharpKeys to make my Alt key act as the Ctrl key, and my Caps Lock act as the Windows key.
Close the program, restart your computer, and you should find your keys have taken on their new roles. You can even delete SharpKeys when you're done; the program is merely a user-friendly interface for the Windows registry, so once the changes are made, you don't need it anymore.
Customize Hotkeys With Your Keyboard's Software
If your keyboard comes with advanced software, like Logitech's Gaming Software (Opens in a new window) , Corsair's iCUE (Opens in a new window) , or Razer's Synapse (Opens in a new window) , you may have some key-remapping features already present on your system.
Not only can you remap keys, but many of these programs let you create multi-key shortcuts, insert blocks of text, or create different profiles for each of your games. Some will even let you record macros, allowing you to create complex shortcuts just by recording your actions and assigning them to a hotkey.
Each of these programs are a bit different, so we can't go into all of them here, but the gist should be the same across manufacturers: Download the software, select your keyboard, and look for the option to create new hotkeys, macros, or actions. When in doubt, check the support page for your specific keyboard to find tutorials on how to get it done.
Your mileage may vary with these, as I've found certain programs to be jankier than others in the past. But if you already have it on your system, it may be able to do exactly what you want without installing any other software, so give it a shot.
Create Complex Scripts With AutoHotkey
If neither of the above options suit your needs, you can create powerful hotkeys with AutoHotkey (Opens in a new window) , a free program that comes with its own little scripting language for you to describe the actions you want your hotkeys to take. It's a bit more difficult to use than the software you get with gaming keyboards , but if your keyboard doesn't come with its own remapping program, it's your next best bet.
After installing AutoHotkey, create your hotkeys by right-clicking anywhere in File Explorer and choosing New > AutoHotkey Script . Right-click on the resulting file and open it in Notepad. Create basic hotkeys by adding a line like this:
This remaps Caps Lock to the right Windows key. You can add a comment above it using a semicolon (;) to remind you of what that hotkey does or why.
SharpKeys is a better choice for a simple remapping like this, but let's say you wanted to do something slightly more complicated, like remap remap Ctrl + Shift + Esc to Caps Lock, so you can see the Task Manager with one keypress. You would create a line in your script like this:
Where ^ corresponds to Ctrl and + to Shift, as described here (Opens in a new window) .
This is where AutoHotkey becomes more powerful. You can create hotkeys to type certain lines of text (Opens in a new window) , run a program or batch file (Opens in a new window) , or create shortcuts for specific programs (Opens in a new window) . You can even have one hotkey perform multiple actions in a series, giving you robust control over your shortcuts.
Once you've finished adding your hotkeys to the script, save the file and double-click on it. This will launch AutoHotkey in the system tray, and it will run in the background interpreting your hotkeys for you. Just quit the program at any time to set your keys back to their default actions.
(I recommend adding your .ahk script to Windows' startup folder, located at %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup , so it will automatically run every time you turn on your computer.)
There's more to AutoHotkey than we could ever fit into one small article, so check out the AutoHotkey documentation (Opens in a new window) and forums (Opens in a new window) for more advanced instructions and ideas. If you can imagine it, there's almost certainly a way to make AutoHotkey do it.
Reassign Simple Shortcuts on a Mac Keyboard
If you want to customize existing keyboard shortcuts on a Mac , open System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts . You can then browse through existing shortcuts for taking a screenshot, showing the desktop, using accessibility options, and more. To make a change, double-click on the current keys for a specific action, then press the new configuration on your keyboard.
Your new action must use the Control, Option, or Command key. So for instance, if you want to change how you open the screenshot menu , select Screenshots and double-click the keyboard shortcut next to Screenshot and recording options . You can then change the Shift + Command + 5 shortcut to something simpler like Option + Z.
For one-button shortcuts, turn to the function key. Check the box next to Use F1, F2, etc. keys as standard function keys on the Keyboard settings page, then open the Shortcuts tab and set a function key to perform a certain action with a single button. Instead of using Function + F1, you can now just press F1 to take screenshots.
If your new shortcut is being used by a different action, macOS will warn you about an issue. You can also disable actions by unchecking the box next to it. Unfortunately, you won't be able to turn one key into another or create custom shortcuts like you can with some Windows programs. For more powerful options, you can turn to the free programs Karabiner-Elements (Opens in a new window) and FunctionFlip (Opens in a new window) .
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Can I add more function keys?
Between Steam, recording software, and the key bindings in my games themselves, I sometimes have more functionality that I would like to bind to hotkeys than I have function keys on my keyboard. I have 12 function keys built into my laptop. Is there some peripheral I can use to add more function keys to bind?
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Logitech has the G13 which has 25 programmable 'G-keys' which you can bind to any action (even macros).
The best approach would be to simply rebind some of the commands to include modifiers . Shift + Tab is not a combination most games use, so Steam uses it for their overlay. You can most likely rebind your recording program's "Start recording" command to use Ctrl + Play/Pause or something similar.
Since you mention that you're on a laptop, if you are dead set on independent buttons you could remap commands to the numpad keys and plug in a USB numpad .
If you want to get really fancy, there are technically 24 Function keys: F13-F24 have completely valid scancodes and OS-level API representations. They're rarely included in physical devices, but you could use software like AutoHotkey to remap keys (or combinations) so they fire F13-F24 instead .
While browsing Arqade, I stumbled across GlovePIE , which will let me use my gaming peripherals as additional keys for my laptop as well.
Link no longer available. See https://web.archive.org/web/20140507073550/http://glovepie.org:80/lpghjkwer.php for the download links.
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Function keys on a keyboard run from F1 to F12 and accomplish specific purposes depending on the current operating system and the program running on the computer. Some keyboard layouts might not come with a row of function keys.
While keyboard standards are different around the world, the U.S. standard is 101 keys. Additional keys, such as the Windows key, may be added for special operating system functions.
In the United States, standard computer keyboards have two shift keys. One of these keys is on the left side directly below the “caps lock” and the other is on the right side directly below the enter key.
2. How to Modify the Function Keys Settings in the BIOS · First, turn off your PC. · Now restart the device and repeatedly press the F10 key. This
To reassign a key · Download and install the Microsoft Mouse and Keyboard Center. · Connect the keyboard that you want to configure. · Select the Start button, and
Function keys. The function keys are used to perform specific tasks. They are labeled as F1, F2, F3, and so on, up to F12. The functionality
In addition to [F1] through [F12] you can combine a function key with [CTRL] or [SHIFT] allowing you to program up to 36 function keys. Function Keys are
Some keyboards, most commonly laptop keyboards, come with a dedicated Fn Lock key. Pressing this along with the Fn key itself will change your top row from
First, make sure you locate the Fn lock key on your keyboard, and once you find it all you need to do is simultaneously press the Fn key along
What are the F1 through F12 keys? What do the function keys do? They have to do something, right? They do, in fact, and these keyword
How to Enable or Disable Function Keys in Windows 10/11Modern laptop and desktop keyboards have a multi-purpose set of keys in the
Assigning keys to functions · Start from a host session window. · Click Edit > Preference > Keyboard, or click the Remap button on the toolbar. · Click the Key
Click Keyboard Manager, then select Remap a key to re-assign individual keys or Remap a shortcut to assign hotkey combinations to a single key.
If you want to get really fancy, there are technically 24 Function keys: F13-F24 have completely valid scancodes and OS-level API