Apple MD231LL/A Function fn key, Brightness keys F1, F2, Mission Control key F3, Launchpad key F4

Function (fn) key

Press and hold this key to activate customized actions assigned to the function keys (F1 to F12). To learn how to customize function keys, search for “function keys” in Help Center.

Brightness keys (F1, F2)

Increase () or decrease () the brightness of the screen.

Mission Control key (F3)

Open Mission Control to get a comprehensive view of what’s running on your MacBook Air, including Dashboard, all your spaces, and all open windows.

Launchpad key (F4)

Open Launchpad to instantly see all the applications on your MacBook Air. Click an application to open it.

oKeyboard illumination keys (F5, F6)

Increase (o) or decrease (ø) the brightness of the keyboard illumination.

’Media keys (F7, F8, F9)

Rewind (), play or pause (’), or fast-forward () a song, movie, or slideshow.

—Mute key (F10)

Mute the sound coming from the built-in speakers and headphone port.

-Volume keys (F11, F12)

Increase (-) or decrease (–) the volume of sound coming from the built-in speakers or headphone port.

®Power button

Turn your MacBook Air on or off, or put it to sleep.

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