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function keys switches

Anonymous
2021-07-04T19:16:07+00:00

Running Windows 10. Image below is similar to my keyboard

My function key has flipped. Here's what I mean. Look at the "F1 /audio mute" key. Initially, if I wanted to select the mute option, I pressed the F1 key. Now I have to press both the Fn key and the F1key to mute. What happened? Same for all the keys with the F function. To increase the volume, brightness, search and other functions, I'm now pressing two keys. How can I switch it back?

Angela in Atlanta

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  1. DaveM121 814.7K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2021-07-04T19:51:37+00:00

    Hi Angela,

    I am Dave, an Independent Advisor, I will help you with this.

    The actions associated to the function keys (F1 - F12) is controlled by the manufacturer of your PC because those actions are device specific.

    Try pressing Fn + Esc to see if that turns off the function lock on your keyboard.

    If that does not work, I think you have a Dell, boot your PC into BIOS, in the 'System Configuration' section look for a setting to toggle between function and action/media keys

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  1. Anonymous
    2021-07-05T18:49:26+00:00

    Dave,

    You are a god! Know that I looked EVERYWHERE 🌏 for this answer. I knew it had to be something simple. Thank you!! Have a great day!

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