Hotkeys
Using the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling various functions.
To use a hot key, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key in combination. Finally, release both keys.
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Fn + l | Hot key help | Displays help on hot keys. |
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Fn + m | Setup | Access the computer’s configuration utility. |
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Fn + n | Power | Switches the power management scheme used by the computer |
| management | (function available if supported by operating system). |
| scheme toggle |
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Fn + o | Sleep | Puts the computer in Sleep mode. |
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Fn + p | Display toggle | Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor |
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Fn + q | Screen blank | Turns the display screen backlight off to save power. Press ant key to |
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Fn + r | Touchpad toggle | Turns the internal touchpad on and off. |
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Fn + s | Speaker toggle | Turns the speaker on and off. |
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Fn + w | Volume up | Increases the speaker volume. |
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Fn + y | Volume down | Decreases the speaker volume. |
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Fn + x | Brightness up | Increases the screen brightness. |
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Fn + z | Brightness down | Decreases the screen brightness |
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NOTE: When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
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