Turn On Function Keys Windows 11

If the BIOS seemed too intimidating, Alex knew there was one more option. Most major manufacturers (HP, Dell, Lenovo) have a specific app inside Windows 11 that controls this.

Function keys, labeled F1 to F12, are a set of keys on most computer keyboards that provide quick access to various functions, such as:

If you have found yourself in Alex’s shoes, you aren't alone. This is the most common "story" for Windows 11 users. By default, many modern laptops prioritize media controls (volume, brightness, mute) over the standard F1-F12 keys. To get the standard F-keys to work, you have to hold down the Fn key while pressing them.