Think you know your keyboard? Think again. Unlock the secret power of your function keys with these 12 clever laptop hacks and shortcuts.

The function keys, or F keys, on a computer keyboard serve as a line of shortcut keys that invoke various actions and commands in software applications. Located across the top of the keyboard, labeled ...

Chances are good you’ve noticed the row of numbered keys across the top of your computer keyboard that all have an “F” in front of them, but they may not get much use. If you’re using a laptop, they ...

When using a projector to present information to colleagues and clients, there are times when you may not want your desktop projected for everyone to see. You may not want anyone to watch as you ...

Q: What do all of those "F" buttons at the top of my keyboard do? Will learning their function make using my computer easier? A: Not all keyboards are created equally, nor do they work the same with ...

Running Windows on your MacBook isn’t uncommon, but running it on a new Touch Bar MacBook Pro has its own set of challenges thanks to the removal of the function keys. Luckily, a trip through your ...

Mac OS X only: Free application FunctionFlip adds a new preference pane to your Mac's System Preferences that lets you choose which function keys you want to operate purely as standard function keys ...

The "Fn" key on a Dell toggles the multimedia keys on and off. On some models, you must press "Fn" to activate these multimedia keys, but the keyboard operation can be changed on the Dell PC so that ...

There are different ways to change the screen brightness, but the easiest way is to use the function keys. PCs of different brands have different function keys to control screen brightness. In this ...