| | Do this | |--------------------|--------------| | Mute volume | Press F1 (if media keys primary) or Fn+F1 | | Use F5 to refresh browser | Press Fn+F5 (if media primary) or just F5 (if Fn Lock On) | | Permanently swap behavior | BIOS or HP Command Center | | Check if Fn Lock is on | Press Fn+Esc and watch for on-screen message |
Icons printed on the key caps show the secondary action. fn key hp laptop
The (short for Function ) is a modifier key located at the bottom-left of your keyboard (usually between Ctrl and the Windows key). It acts like a "shift" key for your hardware, unlocking secondary features printed on your F1–F12 keys (like brightness, volume, and media controls). | | Do this | |--------------------|--------------| | Mute