Is it possible to re-configure the F1 to F12 keys to work directly as function keys without pressing with the [FN] key?
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Yes, there are software programs such as 'keytweak' that allow you to re-map your keys. I frequently re-map home/end & page up/down so that home and end can be pressed without using the FN key
2016808
Yes there is but it acts as a function key. So in order to use it you have to press and hold the "fn" button.
1491058
The F5 key turns the backlight on and off. I think in order to use the F keys for their usual functions you have to press another key too, like the fn key but I have not tried that yet. Pressing the keys on their own does the things pictured on them instead, like keyboard light, volume and mute, and stuff like that.
1809800
Yes. They are the superscript "function" keys above the regular number keys. Basically, you have to press fn+1 for F1, etc.
1979202
There's isn't an fn key like on other keyboards. Instead there is a little switch in the top right that accomplishes the fn key's purpose. It switches between multimedia (volume, play, etc.) and the typical F keys. With the keyboard switched to multimedia keys, everything seems to work fine with OS X as far as I've tried. Also, once you remap Command and Option to be swapped in Keyboard preferences, it's just like an Apple keyboard. I'm quite happy with it.
1134187
The CAPS lock key is now merged with Shift key. When you press left Shift key twice, CAPS lock with light on. As for the Fn key, it's on the top row of backlit keys where you can switch back and forth between Fn keys or other Shortcut keys. This unique Adaptive Keyboard automatically changes the row of function keys depending on what application you're in.
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Yes, you must install a special pref app called "Logitech Preference Manager". In this app, there is a checkbox that says: Use all F1, F2, etc. keys as standard function keys (When this option is selected, press the Fn key to use the special features on each key.)
635680
I'm not sure as I don't use those "non function" keys. Keep in mind, to use the traditional function key you have to hold the activate function key at the bottom left corner. If you don't, you can be in the middle of a game, for example, and suddenly activate a media player. It's mapped in reverse to the traditional keyboard. I'll try to test it tonight.
44776
I'm not sure because i don't use the function key very much contact Logitech sorry i could't help.
277734
Hi David, Yes it is possible since one can add macros (combination of keys) and functions to those programmable keys. You can look at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/237179 for further reference. Regards...
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The function keys, Fn-F1 to Fn-F12 only apply to a PC. This keyboard is designed to work with any tablet or PC that supports Bluetooth technology, and that includes Windows 7 and 8.X tablets and tablet PC's, MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, and the variety of Android tablets and phones. Not all keys are applicable necessarily to all supported devices. The unshifted keys that control multimedia playback, screen brightness, etc. probably work with both Android and iOS devices. I have not tested them because I also use a Bluetooth mouse, and I find it simpler to point and click with the mouse on any device over using keyboard shortcut keys. The function keys, Fn-F1 to Fn-F12 only apply to a PC. This keyboard is designed to work with any tablet or PC that supports Bluetooth technology, and that includes Windows 7 and 8.X tablets and tablet PC's, MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, and the variety of Android tablets and phones. Not all keys are applicable necessarily to all supported devices. The unshifted keys that control multimedia playback, screen brightness, etc. probably work with both Android and iOS devices. I have not tested them because I also use a Bluetooth mouse, and I find it simpler to point and click with the mouse on any... » Read More The function keys, Fn-F1 to Fn-F12 only apply to a PC. This keyboard is designed to work with any tablet or PC that supports Bluetooth technology, and that includes Windows 7 and 8.X tablets and tablet PC's, MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, and the variety of Android tablets and phones. Not all keys are applicable necessarily to all supported devices. The unshifted keys that control multimedia playback, screen brightness, etc. probably work with both Android and iOS devices. I have not tested them because I also use a Bluetooth mouse, and I find it simpler to point and click with the mouse on any device over using keyboard shortcut keys. « Show Less
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Go (on your mac) to System Preferences...Keyboard and unchecking the box named "Use all F1, F2, etc. keys as standard function keys"
1235593
Not so much. The quote and double quote are burried behind a function key. Not completely unusable, but it interupts the flow.
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It sounds like the Microsoft keyboard software got installed or upgraded. The F Lock button will resolve this issue, but you have to do that every time you restart the keyboard. The permanent fix is to install the MS keyboard software and then re-assign each function key from the default action back to the Function action as a Macro. Example: F1 becomes help and F2 becomes undo. Most of these functions still work within popular applications when they are functions keys.You have to do the same thing with newer laptops regarding the top row of keys.
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Hold down the Fn key (lower left of the keypad) and at the same time press the "L" key. You shoud see the " ' "
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The menu key is supposed to produce the same result as a right click on the mouse would correct ? If so then the FN key does not act like it.Although some manufacturers use FN + [some other key] for the menu key, I haven't been able to reproduce it.
1509247
I'm not physically looking at it, but yes, several of the F keys at the top can control the volume while pressing the function (fn) key. There is no sole button for the volume.